Broccoli (Sprouting) Early Purple Sprouting Seeds Brassica oleracea italica 50 Seeds Extremely hardy, this well-proven variety provides a succession of delicious tender shoots Purple Sprouting Broccoli. Heirloom Vegetable. Rather than produce a single large head, this winter sprouting broccoli produces many small purple florets. Needs 6 weeks of 10 C to initiate floret development. Harvest the central floret as soon as it forms to promote the development of side shoots. In order to flower, Purple Sprouting broccoli will need a vernalization period. Without at least six weeks of cool weather, the plants may not initiate flowering. Harvest 60 days after transplant Side note- I find that the cabbage moths prefer green cole plants over purple ones. It takes them longer to decide to feast on my purple Kale, whereas the green kale is eaten right away. Same with Purple cabbage versus green cabbag = = = = = = = = = = = =s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s Shipping of Seeds and Cuttings: Orders are shipped via Canada Post Mail unless otherwise specified. We try to ship any live plants on MONDAYS or TUESDAYS as a precautionary measure to avoid delays over the weekend and ensure the viability of live plant orders. Weather may be a contributing factor in the processing of our orders and will occasionally cause some delay. We will ship seeds and plant material anywhere in the world, however, please make sure you check with your country's customs office to be sure that they are allowed in. We will not be held responsible for orders held, confiscated and/or destroyed by customs. Please note this and make sure you understand before you buy it. If you have a question or if you are unclear about shipping policies please contact us. We welcome questions! Contact us before, after, or during any transaction and you will receive a reply ASAP. Thanks for visiting! Don't forget to bookmark us!