Broccoli Romanesco 8211 Burpee Seeds

Description

Brassica oleracea Heirloom Tasty raw or cooked 75-100 days to maturity Full sun HEIRLOOM. This variety has been a culinary delight since the 16th century with beautiful, apple-green whorled heads. A marvel to look at, a delight to taste. Romanescos lineage can be traced to 16th century Italy. Beautiful apple green whorled heads with a pleasing, nutty taste, best served freshretaining their flavour and texture if lightly cooked. Pick broccoli when the heads have tight, firm buds. This happens about 50-60 days after transplant. Cut off central head along with 6 inches of stem so broccoli plants will produce smaller heads, which can also then be harvested. Broccoli may be frozen for future use. Cut florets and blanch them. To do this, drop into boiling water for 2 minutes, then plunge into cold water to stop the cooking, drain and store in freezer bags or vacuum bags. Eat the heads raw or cooked.