{"product_id":"broccoli-de-cicco-100-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Broccoli De Cicco 100 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #228b22;\"\u003eBroccoli De Cicco\u003c\/strong\u003e is an Italian heirloom valued for small main heads followed by a succession of tender side shoots. The main heads typically measure about 3 to 4 inches, making this a useful choice for gardeners who prefer several smaller harvests rather than one large crop. Cut the main head while its buds are tight, around 3 inches or smaller, then pick side shoots regularly as they develop. Its tender florets suit steaming, roasting, sautéing, and fresh preparations. Maturity is approximately 48 to 65 days, with timing varying by growing conditions. Each packet contains 100 non-GMO, heirloom seeds for planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #228b22; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 100, 0);\"\u003eGermination Rate: 93%. Test Date: 1\/26. JSS.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #228b22; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(2, 100, 2);\"\u003eTexas Minimum Germination Rate: 75%.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWhy Choose Broccoli De Cicco?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItalian heirloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow a traditional variety known for tender broccoli and an extended picking season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e A choice for gardeners seeking non-GMO vegetable seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSide-shoot production:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants can keep producing smaller spears after the central head is cut, providing repeated harvests when conditions remain favorable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall main heads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heads about 3 to 4 inches wide are convenient for smaller meals and fresh use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender florets work in simple side dishes, pasta, soups, and stir-fries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCool-season growing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plan spring or fall plantings around your local climate to avoid the strongest summer heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors about 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost for spring planting. For fall crops, work backward from local frost dates and allow enough time for establishment and harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide full sun with at least 6 to 8 hours of direct light daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose fertile, well-drained soil with a pH around 6.0 to 7.0. Incorporate compost before planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow about ¼ to ½ inch deep and keep the seed-starting mix moist, not waterlogged. Harden seedlings off before transplanting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set plants about 18 to 24 inches apart in rows 24 to 36 inches apart to allow airflow and room for side shoots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supply consistent moisture, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches weekly including rainfall, adjusted for soil and weather. Mulch to help retain moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants generally do not need staking; firm soil around transplants and support individual plants if wind causes leaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Broccoli benefits from adequate fertility. Follow soil-test recommendations and fertilizer label directions rather than applying excess nitrogen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePest monitoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check leaf undersides for caterpillars. Properly installed insect netting or row covers can help protect young plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut the main head while buds are tightly closed, around 3 inches or smaller. Continue harvesting side shoots before buds open or yellow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/safe-seed-pledge\" style=\"color: #0000ee; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e.\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 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteaming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steam florets until just tender, often about 4 to 6 minutes depending on size, then season with lemon or herbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toss with olive oil and roast at 425°F until tender with browned edges. Check tender side shoots earlier than large florets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSautéing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cook bite-size florets or side shoots with garlic and olive oil; add a splash of water and cover briefly if stems need more time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStir-frying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut pieces to an even size and stir-fry with ginger, garlic, and your favorite sauce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wash thoroughly and add small florets to salads or vegetable trays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreezing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow a tested broccoli blanching and freezing method, cool promptly in ice water, drain, and pack in freezer-safe containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center; color: #ef1616; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOrder Broccoli De Cicco Seeds Today\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #ef1616; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGrow Italian heirloom broccoli for fresh main heads and tender side-shoot harvests in your cool-season garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eExisting listing reference per 1 cup (91 g) raw broccoli florets, harvested vegetables rather than planting seeds. These are general broccoli figures, not a De Cicco-specific laboratory analysis.\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 0.3 g (0% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSodium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 mg (1% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Carbohydrates:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 g (2% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fiber:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.4 g (9% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Sugars:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtein:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.6 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C:\u003c\/strong\u003e 81.2 mg (90% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin K:\u003c\/strong\u003e 92.5 mcg (77% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFolate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 57 mcg (14% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 288 mg (6% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e% Daily Value indicates a nutrient's contribution to a daily diet. Actual nutrition varies with harvest, serving size, and preparation; added ingredients change the values.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Head size, side-shoot production, maturity, flavor, and yield vary with weather, soil, moisture, and garden care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store seeds in a cool, dry location out of direct sunlight. Moisture and heat reduce storage life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Broccoli is a cool-season crop. Choose planting dates based on local temperatures and frost patterns rather than hardiness zone alone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #228b22; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;\"\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. Grow with David's Garden Seeds®.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGarden Recipe: Lemon-Garlic Roasted De Cicco Broccoli\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring out the flavor of freshly harvested De Cicco florets and side shoots with olive oil, garlic, and a bright lemon finish. This recipe uses harvested broccoli, not the planting seeds in the packet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 as a side. \u003cstrong\u003ePrep:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 minutes. \u003cstrong\u003eCooking:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 to 22 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 pound harvested De Cicco broccoli florets and tender side shoots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons olive oil, divided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e½ teaspoon salt, or to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e¼ teaspoon black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest from a washed lemon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, plus more to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLemon wedges, for serving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons grated Parmesan, optional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat the oven to 425°F. Wash the broccoli under running water and dry thoroughly so it roasts rather than steams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrim tough stem ends. Cut larger florets into similarly sized pieces and split thick stems lengthwise. Keep tender side shoots intact when practical.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToss the broccoli with 1½ tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet, leaving space between pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast for 10 minutes. Toss the sliced garlic with the remaining ½ tablespoon oil and add it to the pan. Turn the broccoli and roast another 5 to 12 minutes, until tender with lightly browned edges. Check small side shoots early and remove any that finish sooner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransfer to a serving dish and toss with lemon zest and juice. Add optional Parmesan and serve warm with lemon wedges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOptions and Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra seasoning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a small pinch of red pepper flakes before roasting for gentle heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeal idea:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toss the roasted broccoli with cooked pasta or serve beside beans, rice, or your favorite main course.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDairy-free:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omit the optional Parmesan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeftovers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refrigerate in a shallow covered container within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. Use within 3 to 4 days and reheat to 165°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.growingadoomsdaygarden.com\/growing-a-doomsday-garden.html\" style=\"color: #0000ee; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGrowing a Doomsday Garden by David Schulze\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David's Garden Seeds®","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39978145317028,"sku":"148JSS ca osi k1","price":2.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4659\/7796\/files\/broccoli-di-cicco.png?v=1778030761","url":"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/products\/broccoli-de-cicco-100-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","provider":"David's Garden Seeds®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}