Broccoli Seeds
Brassica oleracea var. italica
How to grow Broccoli from seed — sowing depth, method, germination and the best season to sow.
Sowing at a glance
- Difficulty: intermediate
- Sowing depth: 8 mm
- Method: Direct sow where it is to grow
- Germination: 7-12 days
- Days to harvest: 90-120 days
- Best sown in: autumn, winter
- Seed storage life: 4 years
- Packet: approx. 80 seeds
When to sow by region
| Region | Sow in |
|---|---|
| sydney | autumn, winter |
| melbourne | autumn, summer |
| brisbane | autumn, winter |
| perth | autumn, winter |
| canberra | summer, autumn |
Sowing steps
- No special pre-treatment needed — sow fresh, viable seed.
- Prepare a weed-free, finely raked bed where the plants are to grow.
- Sow about 8 mm deep and water in gently.
- Keep evenly moist and warm; expect germination in 7-12 days.