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Early Fall Rapini Broccoli Seeds

Brassica rapa

5.00 (2 reviews)
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HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Early Fall Rapini grows best in cool weather, so starting the broccoli raab seeds indoors 5-6 weeks before the last expected frost will ensure a faster crop. Shortly before the last frost and when the seedlings reach about 6" tall, plant them 1-2' apart in rows 2-3' apart. For direct sowing seeds, plant them 1" deep and 3" apart in full sun and rich soil, about 2-3 weeks before the last expected spring frost; germination can take place at temperatures as low as 40 degrees F. For fall planting, direct sow the Early Fall Rapini broccoli raab seeds in late July or August.

Growing: Keep the young plants watered and remove weeds. Mulch helps discourage weeds and regulate soil temperature, and several applications of fertilizer or compost may also be needed. If several nights of below freezing temperatures are expected, cover the plants.

Harvesting: Harvest the plants before the buds begin to flower, at about 10-15" tall; many side heads will have formed, no larger than the size of a small coin. Cut the plant off at ground level, or at the point where the stem becomes tough. For best taste, use immediately.

Seed Saving: Allowing broccoli to produce seed will take an entire growing season, and may require digging up the plants for the winter or mulching them well. Broccoli will cross pollinate with other members of the cabbage family such as cauliflower, and isolation of at least 1/4 a mile is recommended to prevent cross breeding. Once the flowers have bloomed and produced seed pods, let them dry and carefully remove them from the plant. Separate the seeds from the pods. Store in a dry, cool place for up to five years.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Brassica rapa

Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Seeds per Ounce: 9,000

Planting Method: From Transplant

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 24 Inches

Color: Green

Early Fall Rapini Broccoli Seeds 5.0
Review By Khairun

Rich deep flavor

I always thought rapini is difficult to grow as they become tough when the weather gets hot. Even though I had to harvest them when they were still small, the flavor is rich with faint bitterness. Will be growing them again later this summer for fall harvest.

Early Fall Rapini Broccoli Seeds 5.0
Review By Victoria Sheridan

wonderful service. viable seeds

I ordered these seeds one day and received them the next day. That was a month ago. I planted them a day or two later, and now they are coming up delightfully. I look forward to eating rapini!

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DESCRIPTION

An Italian specialty vegetable used in salads and light cooking, Early Fall Rapini produces good yields of broccoli raab with zesty, mustard-like flavor! This early bolting variety produces tender turnip-like leafy flower shoots that are harvested and bunched just as the first flowers begin to open.
Historians say that this vegetable comes from ancient China, where it grew wild and was used as an herb. In spite of its appearance and it's common name of "broccoli raab," this vegetable is no relation of broccoli; rather, it comes from the turnip family. Traditional Italian and Mediterranean cuisine often include rapini.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Early Fall Rapini grows best in cool weather, so starting the broccoli raab seeds indoors 5-6 weeks before the last expected frost will ensure a faster crop. Shortly before the last frost and when the seedlings reach about 6" tall, plant them 1-2' apart in rows 2-3' apart. For direct sowing seeds, plant them 1" deep and 3" apart in full sun and rich soil, about 2-3 weeks before the last expected spring frost; germination can take place at temperatures as low as 40 degrees F. For fall planting, direct sow the Early Fall Rapini broccoli raab seeds in late July or August.

Growing: Keep the young plants watered and remove weeds. Mulch helps discourage weeds and regulate soil temperature, and several applications of fertilizer or compost may also be needed. If several nights of below freezing temperatures are expected, cover the plants.

Harvesting: Harvest the plants before the buds begin to flower, at about 10-15" tall; many side heads will have formed, no larger than the size of a small coin. Cut the plant off at ground level, or at the point where the stem becomes tough. For best taste, use immediately.

Seed Saving: Allowing broccoli to produce seed will take an entire growing season, and may require digging up the plants for the winter or mulching them well. Broccoli will cross pollinate with other members of the cabbage family such as cauliflower, and isolation of at least 1/4 a mile is recommended to prevent cross breeding. Once the flowers have bloomed and produced seed pods, let them dry and carefully remove them from the plant. Separate the seeds from the pods. Store in a dry, cool place for up to five years.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Brassica rapa

Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Seeds per Ounce: 9,000

Planting Method: From Transplant

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 24 Inches

Color: Green

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 2 reviews
5.0

Review By Khairun

Rich deep flavor

I always thought rapini is difficult to grow as they become tough when the weather gets hot. Even though I had to harvest them when they were still small, the flavor is rich with faint bitterness. Will be growing them again later this summer for fall harvest.

5.0

Review By Victoria Sheridan

wonderful service. viable seeds

I ordered these seeds one day and received them the next day. That was a month ago. I planted them a day or two later, and now they are coming up delightfully. I look forward to eating rapini!