When to plant broccoli in Mildura
- Sow in trays: mid Feb to mid JunMildura area, semi-arid
- Move seedlings out: late Mar to late JulMildura area, semi-arid
- Plant seedlings: late Mar to late JulMildura area, semi-arid
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Mildura. 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.