Description

Broccoli ‘Spigariello Liscia’ is a Southern Italian heirloom. Annual plant growing 90-120cm tall. Grown for curled green leaves, not heads. Remove flowering heads as they appear. Cook leaves like spinach.Broccoli plants are gross feeders and need rich soil. Feed fortnightly with a liquid organic feed.Will need protection from butterfly/moth caterpillars and aphids.Broccoli are the same species as broccolini, cabbage, cauliflower, collards, kale, and kohlrabi so they may cross-pollinate.Seeds are collected from the small pods that develop after the plant has gone to flower, usually in the second year. Allow the pods to turn brown and dry on the plant. Cover with an organza or paper bag to stop seeds spreading throughout the garden.