Unique purple sprouts, medium early, winterhardy. Very easy to grow. They provide a large amount of carbohydrates, proteins and vitamins.
Prefers fertile and well-drained soils.
Sowing in February or March to harvest from October till December. Depth of sowing is 2 cm. Transplant the seedlings when they are 7 cm tall. Space plant 60 to 90 cm apart in the row or 60 cm in all directions in beds.
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Botanical name | Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera |
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Average germination (%) | 90 |
Fruit color | Purple |
Germination (in days) | 7-15 |
Hardiness | Hardy (tolerates temperatures down to -15ºC) |
Life cycle | Annual |
Planting distance | 60-90 |
Seeds per gram | 320 |
Soil - Moisture | Fresh to moist, Well-drained |
Soil - Ph | Neutral |
Soil - Type | Fertile, Light |
Sunlight - Exposure | Sun |