59 days. Brassica oleracea. (F1) Emerald Crown Broccoli. This early maturing compact plant produces good yields of blue-green broccoli with dome-shaped heads. It is a popular broccoli variety favored by both home gardeners and commercial growers for its reliability, high-quality heads, and adaptability. This high-quality variety is very flavorful and sweet. It is highly resistant to purpling during cool growing periods. Suitable for spring, summer, or fall harvest. Cold Tolerant. Heat Tolerant. Suitable for summer and fall harvest. It does well on both coasts and in the Midwest and Southeast. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer’s Markets, market growers, open production, and commercial production.
