{"product_id":"broccoli-purple-sprouting-200-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Broccoli Purple Sprouting 200 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(167, 16, 177);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBroccoli Purple Sprouting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a traditional English heirloom variety renowned for its ability to overwinter and produce abundant sprouts in early spring. This tall, vigorous plant develops slowly during winter months, providing fresh, flavorful broccoli when many other crops are dormant. Its exceptional cold hardiness makes it an excellent choice for extending your gardening season and enhancing seasonal variety. Unlike standard broccoli varieties, Purple Sprouting develops multiple side shoots rather than a single central head, yielding successive harvests throughout the season. The tender purple florets offer a slightly sweeter, more delicate flavor profile compared to green varieties, making them prized by culinary enthusiasts and experienced gardeners alike. Ready in approximately 90–120 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat selection for your \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(17, 59, 80);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(17, 59, 80);\" href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/growing-a-doomsday-garden\" title=\"Doomsday Garden\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDoomsday Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(25, 91, 11);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 90%. Test Date: 3\/26. TLM.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(5, 72, 5);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexas Minimum Germination Rate: 75%.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Broccoli Purple Sprouting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom Seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Passed down through generations for at least 75 years for reliable harvests and authentic flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants whose DNA structure has not been altered in ways that do not occur naturally through traditional breeding methods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Cold Hardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Overwinters in Zones 7–10 and produces fresh harvests in early spring when most other crops are dormant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContinuous Side-Shoot Production:\u003c\/strong\u003e Develops multiple side shoots rather than a single central head — yielding successive harvests throughout the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSweeter, More Delicate Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender purple florets with a slightly sweeter, more refined flavor than standard green broccoli.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for fall planting and early spring harvest — dramatically extends your fresh vegetable growing window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to Grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forgiving of small mistakes — a great choice for beginner and experienced gardeners alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost for spring planting, or sow in mid-to-late summer for overwintering and spring harvest. Thrives in cool to cold conditions (35–65°F).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun — at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0. Amend with compost before planting for best results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds ¼–½ inch deep. Transplant seedlings outdoors when 4–6 weeks old.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 18–24 inches apart in rows 24–36 inches apart. Adequate spacing improves airflow and shoot development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water consistently — about 1–1.5 inches per week. Even moisture is critical for strong shoot production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tall plants may benefit from staking in windy locations to prevent lodging during winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a nitrogen-rich fertilizer at transplanting and again in early spring when growth resumes. Broccoli is a heavy feeder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest side shoots when they are 3–5 inches long and before flowers open. Pick frequently to encourage continued production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\" href=\"https:\/\/www.safeseedpledge.org\/\" title=\"Seed Integrity Pledge\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e David answers all customer service questions. Usually within a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteaming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steam florets 3–5 minutes for tender, vibrant purple-green broccoli that retains maximum nutrition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper and roast at 425°F for 15–20 minutes — the tender shoots caramelize beautifully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSautéing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sauté in olive oil or butter with garlic for a quick, flavorful side dish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStir-Frying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blanch briefly then stir-fry with soy sauce and sesame oil for an Asian-inspired preparation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRaw\/Fresh:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enjoy young shoots raw in salads or as a crunchy snack — their tender texture and sweet flavor shine fresh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlanching \u0026amp; Freezing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blanch 2–3 minutes, cool in ice water, and freeze for up to 12 months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOrder Purple Sprouting Broccoli Seeds Today\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(237, 14, 14);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder yours today and grow your own fresh purple sprouting broccoli in your fall and early spring gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePer 1 cup (91g) raw broccoli florets (harvested vegetable, not planting seeds):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalories:\u003c\/strong\u003e 31\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Fat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3g (0% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSodium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30mg (1% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Carbohydrates:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6g (2% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fiber:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.4g (9% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Sugars:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtein:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.6g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C:\u003c\/strong\u003e 81.2mg (90% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin K:\u003c\/strong\u003e 92.5mcg (77% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFolate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 57mcg (14% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 288mg (6% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom varieties may exhibit natural variation in size, color, and maturation. 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