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