When to plant broccoli in Mitchell
- Sow in trays: mid Feb to mid JunMitchell area, hot semi-arid
- Move seedlings out: early Apr to late JulMitchell area, hot semi-arid
- Plant seedlings: early Apr to late JulMitchell area, hot semi-arid
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Mitchell. 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.