Mr Fothergill's Broccoli (Autumn) Covina Seeds, Generous harvests over a long season. Cut the shoots when 15cm long. Harvest regularly to encourage further shoots. 100g of broccoli provides the daily requirement of vitamin C.

Sow outdoors thinly in a seed bed, 1.5cm deep directly into finely prepared soil. Seedlings usually appear in 14-28 days. Water well until plants are established. Transplant 45cm apart when plants are about 10cm tall. Allow 45cm between rows. Plant firmly and keep well watered. Sowings made every three to four weeks will ensure a continuous supply into autumn. Or sow indoors 0.5cm deep, in a tray of compost. Water well and place in a cold frame or unheated greenhouse. Keep moist. Transplant 5cm apart to other trays when large enough to handle. Gradually accustom young plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out. Once main head is cut, plants will produce more side shoots.

• Solid, domed heads with medium sized beads
• High quality harvests over a long season
• Excellent source of vitamin C and antioxidants

Sow time: Feb-Jun
Flowering/Harvesting time: Jun-Nov