When to plant broccoli in Swan Hill
- Sow in trays: mid Feb to late JunSwan Hill area, semi-arid
- Move seedlings out: early Apr to early AugSwan Hill area, semi-arid
- Plant seedlings: early Apr to early AugSwan Hill area, semi-arid
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Swan Hill. 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.