When to plant broccoli in Mackay
- Sow in trays: late Mar to late MayMackay area, humid subtropical
- Move seedlings out: early May to early JulMackay area, humid subtropical
- Plant seedlings: early May to early JulMackay area, humid subtropical
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Mackay. 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.