Imperial is ideal for long day growing seasons with moderate heat and is mid to mid-late maturing under these conditions (about 105 days from seeding). It has a tight dome with nice, small dark green beads. Imperial is multi-use, performing well for fresh eating and freezing. It has an excellent post-harvest holding ability, too!
| Bead Size | Small |
|---|---|
| Exterior Color | Dark Green |
| Head Characteristics | Semi-Domed |
| Market Use | Processing, Crown |
| Plant Height | Tall |
The days to maturity are calculated as an average of fall harvest dates for direct seeded broccoli in Salinas, CA. Some sowing dates may result in earlier or later maturity. Overwinter production can add over 20 days to the numbers listed.
| Days to Maturity from Direct Seed | 105 |
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Broccoli has been found to have more cancer-fighting compounds than other members of the cabbage family. It is rich in glucosinolates which, once ingested, break down into these healthful cancer fighters: indoles, sulforaphane, and isothiocyanates. Broccoli also provides high amounts of Vitamin C, folate, and beta carotene and significant amounts of protein, calcium, iron, potassium, and fiber.
