Brassica oleracea 'Green Magic' Broccoli Brassica oleracea 'Green Magic' Broccoli is a premier F1 hybrid variety renowned for its exceptional heat tolerance and early maturity. Producing uniform, smooth, semi-domed heads with tight blue-green beads, this variety is a top choice for both spring and fall harvests, performing reliably where other varieties might bolt in warmer temperatures. Ready to harvest in as little as 55 to 60 days from transplanting, 'Green Magic' offers home gardeners a dependable, high-quality crop with a buttery, sweet flavor that rivals market-quality produce. Culinary and Practical Uses The tight, tender heads are versatile in the kitchen, perfect for steaming, roasting, stir-frying, or eating fresh in salads with dips. Excellent for freezing; the heads retain their texture and bright green color well after blanching, ensuring a supply of nutritious vegetables through the winter. A nutritional powerhouse, rich in Vitamins C, K, and A, as well as fiber and antioxidants, making it a staple for healthy diets. Characteristics Foliage & Heads: Produces attractive, smooth, blue-green heads with a "semi-dome" shape and very tight beads; leaves are broad and waxy, providing some protection to the developing head. Growth Habit: Compact and uniform plant structure that stands up well to wind; its smaller footprint allows for tighter planting in limited garden spaces. Flowers: If left unharvested, the tight green beads will eventually open into small, bright yellow four-petaled flowers, which are edible but signal the end of the head's peak quality. Seeds: Small, round, dark brown to black seeds; vigorous germination makes them suitable for starting indoors or direct sowing in mild climates. Growing Requirements Sun: Requires full sun (at least 6 hours daily) to produce tight, large heads and prevent leggy growth. Soil: Thrives in rich, fertile, well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0; amending with compost is highly recommended for best yields. Water: Needs consistent moisture; irregular watering can lead to tough texture or bitterness. Mulching helps retain soil moisture and keep roots cool. Spacing: Plant seedlings 12 to 18 inches apart in rows spaced 2 to 3 feet apart to ensure adequate airflow and head development. Maintenance: Feed with a balanced fertilizer or nitrogen-rich amendment during the growing season; harvest the main head while beads are tight, which may encourage smaller side-shoot production. Shipping Info Green Magic Hybrid Broccoli seeds ship as fresh, high-quality, viable seeds that are carefully packaged for stability and protection from damage during transit. Prompt shipping supports reliable germination and seasonally appropriate planting.
