Calabrese Samson F1 Broccoli Seeds
Grow your very own superfood with Calabrese Samson F1 broccoli seeds. Named after the sun-soaked region of Calabria in Italy, this outstanding variety produces large, tightly packed heads with a rich green colour—just what you want from a classic Calabrese broccoli. And once you've harvested the head, you'll be treated to its delicious side shoots, giving you even more broccoli per plant to add to all your favourite recipes.
Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, these broccoli seeds thrive in sunny spots with fertile, well-drained soil, making it a rewarding addition to your veggie patch. Once grown, you’ll be rewarded with a delicious, versatile vegetable that you can steam, roast, or add to your stir-fries.
Pair your Calabrese broccoli with carrot seeds and leek seeds to create colourful and nutrient-rich meals straight from your garden. And while you’re here, explore the rest of our vegetable seeds collection for even more delicious and healthy veg!
How To Grow
Sow Calabrese Samson F1 Broccoli seeds 5mm (1/4in) deep in a seed tray or directly into a prepared garden bed with fertile, well-drained soil. Lightly cover the seeds with fine soil and gently firm down. Water thoroughly after sowing to ensure the seeds are settled in. Broccoli seedlings usually appear within 7–14 days.
When they get large enough to handle, transplant them to their final growing position, spacing the plants 60cm (24in) apart to allow room for their large heads to develop. Choose a sunny spot for the best results, and keep the soil moist throughout the growing period. Apply a general-purpose fertiliser or organic feed during the growing season to support healthy growth. Harvest the main broccoli heads 12-16 weeks after sowing, when the heads are tight and fully formed. After the main head is harvested, the plant will continue to produce side shoots for extended cropping.
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Important Note
These seeds may be treated with a fungicide (Thiram or Apron XL), do not eat the seeds or feed them to animals.
Fungicide treatment is an AQIS requirement for certain varieties of seeds. It does not affect your crops or harm insects such as bees.
If your packet has been treated it will be well marked with a warning and the seeds will be dyed a distinct colour.
Recipe
Broccoli Orecchiette Pasta
Ingredients
- 2 heads broccoli
- 2cloves garlic thinly sliced
- 2 long red chillies deseeded and finely chopped
- 3 anchovy fillets
- 120ml extra virgin olive oil
- 60g parmesan shaved
- 350g orecchiette pasta
- 1 lemon
Instructions
- Bring some salted water to the boil in a large sauce pan.
- Cut the broccoli heads into small florets then place in boiling water and cook for 3 minutes or until tender. Remove broccoli from water and transfer to a bowl, keep the water in the saucepan boiling.
- Place half the broccoli in a food processor with 2 tbs oil. Season with salt and pepper then add 40g of parmesan cheese and process to a paste. Pour into the bowl with remaining broccoli.
- Add Orecchiette pasta to your boiling water and cook until al dente. Drain, drizzle with olive oil and lightly toss.
- Cook remaining oil, garlic, chillies and anchovies in a separate pan over medium heat for 2 minutes or until anchovies have broken up. Add remaining ingredients and cook, tossing, for 2 minutes.
- Squeeze lemon over pasta, season and toss well to combine. Scatter with parmesan just before serving.
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