{"product_id":"purple-sprouting-broccoli","title":"Purple Sprouting Broccoli","description":"\u003cp\u003e100 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple Sprouting Broccoli is a cool-season heirloom vegetable grown for its \u003cstrong\u003enumerous tender purple flower shoots\u003c\/strong\u003e, which are sweeter and more flavorful than standard broccoli. Instead of producing one large central head, it develops many side shoots over an extended harvest period. It grows well in the Gulf during the cool months and is ideal for \u003cstrong\u003ehome gardens, raised beds, and large containers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBest Planting Time\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeptember to November\u003c\/strong\u003e (recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Gulf, sow early enough for plants to mature during the cool season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid sowing during late spring or summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeed Preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo soaking is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow fresh, healthy seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo cold stratification is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSoil Preparation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40% Garden soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30% Compost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20% Coco peat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10% Perlite or coarse sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal soil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6.5–7.5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSowing Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds in seed trays or nursery pots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant seeds \u003cstrong\u003e0.5–1 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil moist until germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant seedlings when they have \u003cstrong\u003e4–6 true leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTemperature \u0026amp; Light\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal germination temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e15–24°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal growing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e15–22°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires \u003cstrong\u003e6–8 hours of direct sunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn warmer Gulf weather, afternoon shade helps reduce heat stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply when the top \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e of soil becomes dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain even moisture during head and shoot development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGermination Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5–10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Spacing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e45–60 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e between plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60–75 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e between rows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest the central head first when it is compact and before flowers open.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinue harvesting side shoots regularly to encourage new growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMost crops are ready \u003cstrong\u003e90–120 days\u003c\/strong\u003e after sowing, depending on temperature and variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFertilization\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix compost into the soil before planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed with a balanced vegetable fertilizer every \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring shoot formation, use a fertilizer slightly higher in \u003cstrong\u003epotassium and phosphorus\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen, which encourages leafy growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGulf Climate Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrow only during the cool season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch around plants to keep the soil cool and reduce water loss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure good air circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater early in the morning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect plants if temperatures rise above \u003cstrong\u003e30°C\u003c\/strong\u003e for extended periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor for cabbage worms, aphids, whiteflies, flea beetles, and downy mildew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurple Sprouting Broccoli is ideal for \u003cstrong\u003eraised beds, vegetable gardens, and large containers\u003c\/strong\u003e throughout the Gulf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tohum Dünyasi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48279598104794,"sku":null,"price":1.5,"currency_code":"KWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/1026\/1978\/files\/QJCSQIISJR122025224948_brokolibordo2.png?v=1785322351","url":"https:\/\/www.alldrops.store\/products\/purple-sprouting-broccoli","provider":"All Drops Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}