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Waltham 29 Broccoli Seeds

Brassica oleracea

4.83 (6 reviews)
  • HOW TO GROW
  • FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Broccoli plant seeds grow best in cool weather, so starting the Waltham 29 broccoli 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 seeds in late July or August. For companion planting benefits, plant broccoli with herbs, potatoes, or onions; avoid planting it with tomatoes or pole beans.

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. If they become topheavy as they grow, provide a stake for support.

Harvesting: Harvest the main head while it is still tight, and before the tiny buds begin to open; cut at least 6" of the stem. Side shoots will continue to develop along the stem, and can be harvested as well; the plant will keep producing as long as weather conditions are favorable.

Seed Saving: Allowing Waltham 29 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 oleracea

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: 20 Inches

Color: Green

Waltham 29 Broccoli Seeds 5.0
Review By john

Giving a Big 'Sprout Out...'

Not knowing much about broccoli seeds, I ordered two varieties (six lbs!) for sprouting. - Frankly, I'm eating so healthy these daze, it's likely I'll "live so long I 'll wish I were dead."

The sales staff was very knowledgeable, the prices were good, and the shipping was prompt. So far, the seeds have exceeded my expectations. - My first batch is already half-sprouted.

They make great Xmas gifts, too. I'll be back...

Waltham 29 Broccoli Seeds 4.0
Review By HumanGardener

Late to start and tiny heads

The heads on these are small. There are plentiful side shoots that make up for the tiny main head. Also, the leaves are great as a sauteed green or substitute for Cabbage. If you're looking for impressive broccoli heads, you might want to skip this one - but it does produce a bountiful harvest.

Waltham 29 Broccoli Seeds 5.0
Review By David Carver

Waltham 29 Broccoli Seeds

Seeds arrived quickly. Started seeds indoors shortly after arriving, with good success. Plants are up and doing well and will be planted in the garden this week. Very happy with purchase and service.

Waltham 29 Broccoli Seeds 5.0
Review By Gary Nemeckay

Waltham 29 Broccoli seeds

Great germination and fast shipping during Covid 19 outbreak. Highly recommend and will buy from again. Also great customer service when I had some ordering questions.

Waltham 29 Broccoli Seeds 5.0
Review By Linda Z

Excellent product and service

My 'Waltham 29' Broccoli seeds arrived only a couple of days after I placed my order. The seeds have excellent germination and great continued viability. I plan to continue ordering from Everwilde Farms.

Waltham 29 Broccoli Seeds 5.0
Review By DARBY

I used to be a fan of Johnny's selected seeds.

I used to be a fan of Johnny's selected seeds because I felt ripped off by Burpee & Park Seed.
Last year I placed my first order with Everwilde Farm for "Waltham-29" seeds. I received a pound of seeds for less than the price of 1/4 oz @ Johnny's selected seeds & the germination rate exceeded the seeds that I had been purchasing @ Johnny's selected seeds. I admit that I was initially skeptical because the seeds were inside a zip baggie.
When the plants began developing 7"-11" initial heads, I was convinced to shift our vendors to Everwilde Farm.
I am a doctoral candidate who aspires to conduct research & I love conducting scientific experiments. I have germinated seeds from all 3 vendors under conditions with different seed starting media that are: ideal, neglectful, and abusive. The seeds from Everwilde Farm prevails in every experiment that I have conducted.
Normally I am really a function over form guy, but the new seed vaults from Everwilde Farms are spectacular.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~500 Seeds) $3.48 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~9,000 Seeds) $5.96 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $9.60 $8.33 -+
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $15.00 -+
5 Lb Mylar (2.27kg) $67.50 -+
10 Lb Mylar (4.54kg) $120.00 -+
25 Lb Bulk Bag (11.3kg) $285.00 -+
50 Lb Bulk Bag (22.7kg) $540.00 -+
100 Lb Bulk Bag (45.4kg) $1,050.00 -+
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DESCRIPTION

Waltham is a great cool-climate Broccoli variety that produces nice medium-sized heads and a fine crop of side shoots! Plants are non-uniform in maturity, resulting in a prolonged harvest period, which is ideal for the home vegetable garden. This Waltham Broccoli is easy to grow and delicious, taking 85 days to reach maturity.
Waltham 29 broccoli seed is named for Waltham, MA, where researchers at the University of Massachusetts developed it in 1950. However, the plant from which modern broccoli plant seed is derived first grew in the wild in the Mediterranean region and in Asia Minor. Broccoli gradually spread to the rest of Europe and to the New World, where Thomas Jefferson included this strange new vegetable in his experimental garden. The Italians appreciated it so much that it got the name "Italian asparagus." After World War I, Italian brothers Stefano and Andrea D'Arrigo brought their Sicilian variety of broccoli and began growing it in San Jose, Calfornia; they later shipped it to Boston's North End, where it established a quickly expanding market.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Broccoli plant seeds grow best in cool weather, so starting the Waltham 29 broccoli 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 seeds in late July or August. For companion planting benefits, plant broccoli with herbs, potatoes, or onions; avoid planting it with tomatoes or pole beans.

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. If they become topheavy as they grow, provide a stake for support.

Harvesting: Harvest the main head while it is still tight, and before the tiny buds begin to open; cut at least 6" of the stem. Side shoots will continue to develop along the stem, and can be harvested as well; the plant will keep producing as long as weather conditions are favorable.

Seed Saving: Allowing Waltham 29 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 oleracea

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: 20 Inches

Color: Green

Reviews

4.83
Global Rating: 4.83 from 6 reviews
5.0

Review By john

Giving a Big 'Sprout Out...'

Not knowing much about broccoli seeds, I ordered two varieties (six lbs!) for sprouting. - Frankly, I'm eating so healthy these daze, it's likely I'll "live so long I 'll wish I were dead."

The sales staff was very knowledgeable, the prices were good, and the shipping was prompt. So far, the seeds have exceeded my expectations. - My first batch is already half-sprouted.

They make great Xmas gifts, too. I'll be back...

4.0

Review By HumanGardener

Late to start and tiny heads

The heads on these are small. There are plentiful side shoots that make up for the tiny main head. Also, the leaves are great as a sauteed green or substitute for Cabbage. If you're looking for impressive broccoli heads, you might want to skip this one - but it does produce a bountiful harvest.

5.0

Review By David Carver

Waltham 29 Broccoli Seeds

Seeds arrived quickly. Started seeds indoors shortly after arriving, with good success. Plants are up and doing well and will be planted in the garden this week. Very happy with purchase and service.

5.0

Review By Gary Nemeckay

Waltham 29 Broccoli seeds

Great germination and fast shipping during Covid 19 outbreak. Highly recommend and will buy from again. Also great customer service when I had some ordering questions.

5.0

Review By Linda Z

Excellent product and service

My 'Waltham 29' Broccoli seeds arrived only a couple of days after I placed my order. The seeds have excellent germination and great continued viability. I plan to continue ordering from Everwilde Farms.

5.0

Review By DARBY

I used to be a fan of Johnny's selected seeds.

I used to be a fan of Johnny's selected seeds because I felt ripped off by Burpee & Park Seed.
Last year I placed my first order with Everwilde Farm for "Waltham-29" seeds. I received a pound of seeds for less than the price of 1/4 oz @ Johnny's selected seeds & the germination rate exceeded the seeds that I had been purchasing @ Johnny's selected seeds. I admit that I was initially skeptical because the seeds were inside a zip baggie.
When the plants began developing 7"-11" initial heads, I was convinced to shift our vendors to Everwilde Farm.
I am a doctoral candidate who aspires to conduct research & I love conducting scientific experiments. I have germinated seeds from all 3 vendors under conditions with different seed starting media that are: ideal, neglectful, and abusive. The seeds from Everwilde Farm prevails in every experiment that I have conducted.
Normally I am really a function over form guy, but the new seed vaults from Everwilde Farms are spectacular.