5 to 7 days. Brassica oleracea. Open Pollinated. Sprouting Broccoli Seeds. The plant produces excellent, delicious Broccoli sprouts. This popular sprouting broccoli variety is prized as a nutrient-dense superfood. They contain up to 10–100 times more sulforaphane than mature broccoli heads. Sulforaphane is a compound studied for antioxidant effects, cellular protection, detoxification support, and potential links to reduced inflammation. They also provide vitamins C and A, fiber, calcium, iron, and other nutrients in a low-calorie form. The taste is typically mild to slightly peppery and earthy, more like radish or mustard than mature broccoli. They are popular for growing nutritious broccoli sprouts, or microgreens, at home. These are young broccoli plants that are harvested just days after germination. The sprouts have a mild broccoli flavor. Excellent in salads and other Asian dishes. One tablespoon of seed yields approximately 1 to 1 ½ cups of sprouts. It is nutrient-dense and contains 50 times as many cancer-fighting compounds as full-grown broccoli. A variety from the USA.
How to Grow Brassica oleracea
1. Soak Seeds for Quick Germination
Place broccoli sprouting seeds in a sprouting jar or tray and soak them in cool water for 4–8 hours. Drain thoroughly and rinse twice daily. Seeds typically begin sprouting within 1–2 days.
2. Grow Indoors Year-Round
Broccoli sprouts grow best indoors at room temperature with regular rinsing and good airflow. They require very little space, making them perfect for kitchens, countertops, and small homes.
3. Harvest Fresh Sprouts in 3–5 Days
Once sprouts reach 2–3 inches tall and develop green leaves, they are ready to harvest. Enjoy them fresh in salads, sandwiches, wraps, smoothies, and other healthy recipes.
Seeds Per Pound: 140,000
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