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Lieutenant's Broccoli Brassica oleracea var. italica 'Lieutenant'- Bushy, Cold-Hardy, Edible Florets, Pollinator Attractant, Container & Garden Use 4" Pot (Pack of 10)

Lieutenant's Broccoli Brassica oleracea var. italica 'Lieutenant'- Bushy, Cold-Hardy, Edible Florets, Pollinator Attractant, Container & Garden Use 4" Pot (Pack of 10)

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Lieutenant's Broccoli 'Lieutenant'

Description

A vigorous biennial vegetable known for its tender, flavorful heads. It features lush green foliage and produces cold-hardy, edible florets.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for home vegetable gardens, community plots, or urban farming. Perfect for seasonal vegetable beds and container growing for small spaces.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Icon Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea var. italica 'Lieutenant'
  • Common Name Icon Common Name: Lieutenant's Broccoli
  • Size & Growth Icon Size & Growth: 18-24 inches tall; bushy habit
  • Hardiness Zones Icon Hardiness Zones: 4-9
  • Foliage Type Icon Foliage Type: Lush, broad green leaves
  • Bloom Time Icon Bloom Time: Typically in late spring to early summer
  • Growth Rate Icon Growth Rate: Moderate, approximately 60 days to harvest
  • Light Requirements Icon Light Requirements: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Icon Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Icon Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Icon Container Friendly: Yes, in large containers
  • Deer Resistant Icon Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Icon Pet Warning: Non-toxic, safe for pets
  • Fragrant Icon Fragrant: Mild, fresh aroma
  • Cut Flower Icon Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Icon Grows Well With: Other vegetables like lettuce and carrots

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Icon Planting Instructions: Sow directly in soil after last frost, spacing 18 inches apart
  • Soil Moisture Icon Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist, avoid waterlogging
  • Soil Type Icon Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile loam
  • Humidity Icon Humidity: Moderate; ensure proper spacing for air circulation
  • Pruning Instructions Icon Pruning Instructions: Remove yellowed leaves to promote healthy growth
  • Winter Care Icon Winter Care: Mulch heavily in colder zones to protect roots
  • Planting Depth Icon Planting Depth: Bury seedlings at same depth as in pot
  • Fertilization Icon Fertilization: Use balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks
  • Special Care Icon Special Care: Ensure consistent watering and pest management
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