Oatmeal Farm Network | Broccoli Varietals

Varietal Name	Description	Soil Texture	pH Range	Organic Matter	Salinity Level	Hardiness Zone	Humidity	Water (in/wk)
Arcadia	A variety bred for cold tolerance, with dense, dark green heads and a strong flavor.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Aspabroc Broccoli	Broccoli variety with long, thin stems and small florets.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	12A	Moderate	0.75 - 1.25
Belstar	A compact broccoli variety that is known for its dense, uniform heads and heat tolerance.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Blue Wind	An early-maturing variety known for its tender, blue-green heads and quick harvest time.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Broccolini	A hybrid of broccoli and Chinese broccoli (gai lan), with smaller florets and longer, tender stems. Sometimes called baby broccoli.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Calabrese Broccoli	A traditional Italian variety known for its large heads and thick stalks, often considered the original form of broccoli.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Castle Dome	A compact, fast-growing variety that produces dense, uniform heads and is resistant to bolting in warmer weather.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Claret	A hybrid variety known for its vibrant purple florets and resistance to frost, ideal for colder climates.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
De Cicco	An Italian heirloom known for producing smaller heads continuously over a long period, great for home gardens.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Di Cicco	An heirloom Italian variety that produces smaller, multiple heads over a longer harvest period.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Emerald Crown	A uniform, disease-resistant variety with medium to large heads and tight, dark green florets.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Fiesta	A heat-tolerant variety that produces large, tight heads with excellent flavor.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Green Goliath	A large, hardy variety known for producing both a large main head and numerous side shoots for an extended harvest.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Green Magic	A hybrid variety known for its uniform heads and excellent flavor, suitable for both spring and fall harvests.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Gypsy	A broccoli variety with strong disease resistance and good adaptability to various climates, known for its smooth domes and fine beads.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Imperial	A heat-tolerant hybrid variety with medium-sized heads and a high resistance to bolting.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Marathon	A cold-tolerant broccoli variety, ideal for late-season planting, with uniform heads and tight florets.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Packman	A fast-growing variety that produces medium to large heads and is excellent for both fresh eating and freezing.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Parthenon	A heat-tolerant hybrid variety, ideal for summer harvest, with tight, medium to large heads.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Purple Peacock	A cross between broccoli and kale, with colorful purple heads and tender leaves that are also edible.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Purple Sprouting	A cold-hardy variety producing purple florets, often grown for early spring harvest.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Purple Sprouting Broccoli	A variety of sprouting broccoli with purple florets, which turn green when cooked.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Romanesco	Known for its fractal, spiral shape and lime-green color, Romanesco is technically a broccoli-cauliflower hybrid, offering a nutty, earthy flavor.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Santee	A variety of purple sprouting broccoli that is suitable for cold climates and produces numerous florets over a long period.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Sprouting Broccoli	Produces numerous smaller florets instead of one large head. Common in cooler climates and available in both green and purple varieties.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Sun King	A heat-tolerant hybrid variety that produces dark green, tightly packed heads, suitable for warmer climates.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High
Waltham 29	An open-pollinated variety developed in the U.S., known for its cold hardiness and large heads.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	7A	High