When to plant broccoli in Hutton Creek
- Sow in trays: mid Feb to mid JunHutton Creek area, hot semi-arid
- Move seedlings out: late Mar to late JulHutton Creek area, hot semi-arid
- Plant seedlings: late Mar to late JulHutton Creek area, hot semi-arid
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Hutton Creek. Microclimates vary: frost hollows and hills run later.
A cool-season brassica planted in late summer and autumn in Adelaide for heads through winter. Rich soil and steady feeding give big heads. Pick the main head while buds are tight, then keep harvesting the side shoots for weeks.