Purple Sprouting Broccoli

Type: Heirloom
Packet size: 20+ seeds

Brassica oleracea. Purple Sprouting Broccoli is a cold-hardy heirloom broccoli grown for its tender purple shoots and flavorful florets. Unlike traditional heading broccoli, Purple Sprouting Broccoli produces numerous smaller side shoots that can be harvested over an extended period.

This long-season, cool-weather vegetable is traditionally grown for late winter to early spring harvests. Exposure to cool temperatures and light frost can improve its sweet, rich flavor. The tender purple shoots are delicious steamed, roasted, sautéed, or used fresh in a variety of dishes.

🌱 Growing Information

How to Grow Purple Sprouting Broccoli from Seed

Planting Depth: ¼ inch
Seed Spacing: 12–18 inches
Row Spacing: 24–36 inches
Germination Time: 7–14 days
Days to Harvest: 180–220 days
Sun Requirements: Full Sun

Planting Tips:
Purple Sprouting Broccoli is a long-season, cool-weather crop commonly planted in late spring or early summer for harvest during the following cool season. Start seeds indoors or sow directly outdoors when growing conditions are suitable.

Plant in fertile, well-drained soil and provide consistent moisture throughout the long growing period. Plants perform best when allowed to mature during cool weather.

Once the purple shoots begin forming, harvest them while young and tender. Cut the shoots regularly as they reach harvest size to encourage the plant to continue producing additional side shoots.

Purple Sprouting Broccoli requires patience compared with standard broccoli, but rewards gardeners with an extended harvest of tender, flavorful shoots during the cool season.

🌱 Suitable for gardens, raised beds, and large containers.
Container Size: Use a large container at least 12–14 inches deep with plenty of room for the plant to develop.