When Is Broccoli Ready To Pick

When is broccoli ready to pick

As a general rule, broccoli can be harvested two or three times for a period of up to three months. The first harvest will take the large center head. Once cut, the plant will continue making smaller side heads for several weeks. Harvest each of these side heads when they are still small, tight, and firm.

What happens if you wait too long to harvest broccoli?

If you wait too long to harvest your broccoli plant, it will to bolt, or go to seed. This is when the tight green buds bloom and produce yellow flowers. Once the flowers open, your broccoli is no longer edible. If you let your broccoli go to seed, collect the seeds for next year.

How big should broccoli be before you pick it?

It generally takes around 100 days for plants to reach maturity. Though size can vary widely, a good general rule is to harvest when the heads have reached about 4 to 8 inches in diameter.

How do you pick broccoli from the plant?

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