How far apart should I plant Broccolini?

Plant Broccolini 30cm apart with 45cm between rows.

When can I harvest Broccolini?

Broccolini is ready to harvest approximately 60 days after transplanting.

Broccolini is classified as Hardy.

Brassica oleracea var. italica x alboglabra

Hardy Cool Season Continuous Harvest

Direct sow outdoors as soon as soil reaches 6°C — typically early to mid spring. Can also be started indoors 4 weeks earlier for a head start.

Sow seeds

Germination ~10d

Harvest ~110d

Sow seeds

Germination ~10d

Harvest ~110d

Approximate days from start

Care Essentials

Nitrogen-rich feed at planting. Liquid feed fortnightly once stems begin elongating.
A hybrid between broccoli and Chinese broccoli (gai lan), producing long tender stems with small florets. More heat-tolerant than regular broccoli with a sweeter, milder flavour.

Companion Planting

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Growing Conditions

Min. soil temperature: 6°C+

Germination temperature: 15–25°C

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Closer spacing than broccoli due to slender habit. Thin stems need less room.

Feeding: Nitrogen-rich feed at planting. Liquid feed fortnightly once stems begin elongating.
Watch for: Cabbage white caterpillars
Aphids
Club root
Downy mildew

How far apart should I plant Broccolini?: Plant Broccolini 30cm apart with 45cm between rows.
When can I harvest Broccolini?: Broccolini is ready to harvest approximately 60 days after transplanting.
Is Broccolini frost hardy?: Broccolini is classified as Hardy.

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