Broccoli Seeds, Waltham 29
Estimated delivery between February 04 and February 07.
Reliable, Heirloom Broccoli with Robust Florets and High Yields
Waltham 29 is a popular, open-pollinated broccoli variety known for its large, firm heads and exceptional flavor. A staple in home gardens, this variety has been prized for its consistent yields, excellent disease resistance, and robust taste. Waltham 29 is an heirloom variety, making it a great choice for gardeners looking to grow a traditional, reliable crop of broccoli.
Key Benefits
- High Yield: Waltham 29 produces large, tightly packed heads, ensuring a bountiful harvest for home gardeners.
- Cold-Hardy: This variety is ideal for cool-season gardening and can tolerate light frosts, making it perfect for early spring or fall plantings.
- Heirloom Variety: Waltham 29 is a well-known, open-pollinated variety, making it a favorite for gardeners who prefer non-hybrid, non-GMO crops.
- Superior Flavor: Known for its mild, sweet flavor, Waltham 29 produces high-quality florets that can be enjoyed raw, steamed, or cooked in various dishes.
- Disease Resistance: This variety is resistant to common broccoli diseases such as clubroot, downy mildew, and aphids, making it a more reliable option for gardeners.
Planting Instructions
Planting Season
- Spring or Fall: Plant Waltham 29 in early spring for a summer harvest or in late summer for a fall harvest, as it thrives in cooler weather (60-70°F / 15-21°C).
- Timing: Direct sow seeds or start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date in spring or 10-12 weeks before the first frost in fall.
Planting Details
- Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep in fertile, well-drained soil.
- Spacing: Space seeds 18-24 inches apart in rows to provide adequate room for growth. Rows should be spaced 24-36 inches apart.
- Light: Waltham 29 requires full sun for best results, so choose a sunny location to plant.
Watering and Care
- Water Needs: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during germination and early growth. Broccoli requires regular watering to support healthy growth and large, firm heads.
- Fertilizer: Incorporate organic compost or a balanced fertilizer before planting to ensure rich, fertile soil. Apply a light feeding during the growing season to encourage healthy growth.
- Weeding: Keep the garden bed free of weeds, as they can compete with broccoli for nutrients and space.
- Mulching: Mulch around the base of the plants to conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and maintain an even soil temperature.
Harvesting
- When to Harvest: Harvest Waltham 29 when the heads are firm and compact, but before the florets begin to open and flower. Typically, this occurs about 85-100 days after planting.
- How to Harvest: Use a sharp knife or garden shears to cut the main head of the broccoli, leaving the plant intact. After the main head is harvested, side shoots may continue to grow, providing additional florets for later harvesting.
- Secondary Harvest: After the main head is cut, smaller side shoots will develop, providing smaller but tender florets for a continued harvest.
Perfect For
- Cool-Season Gardens: Waltham 29 thrives in cooler temperatures, making it perfect for early spring or fall planting.
- Heirloom Gardens: As an open-pollinated, heirloom variety, Waltham 29 is ideal for gardeners who value traditional, non-GMO crops.
- High-Yield, Easy-to-Grow: This reliable variety is perfect for both beginners and experienced gardeners who want to grow a bountiful harvest of broccoli.
- Home Cooking: The mild, sweet flavor of Waltham 29 makes it ideal for a variety of dishes, from fresh salads to steamed vegetables or casseroles.
Coverage
- Packet: Covers up to 30-40 square feet, providing enough seeds for a generous harvest of broccoli.
Grow Reliable, High-Quality Broccoli with Waltham 29
Waltham 29 is the perfect broccoli variety for gardeners who want high yields, superior flavor, and reliable performance. With its cold-hardiness and resistance to common diseases, it’s an excellent choice for cool-season gardens.
Order your Waltham 29 Broccoli seeds today and start growing fresh, sweet broccoli at home!
Dharaseeds
Broccoli Seeds, Waltham 29
Estimated delivery between February 04 and February 07.
Reliable, Heirloom Broccoli with Robust Florets and High Yields
Waltham 29 is a popular, open-pollinated broccoli variety known for its large, firm heads and exceptional flavor. A staple in home gardens, this variety has been prized for its consistent yields, excellent disease resistance, and robust taste. Waltham 29 is an heirloom variety, making it a great choice for gardeners looking to grow a traditional, reliable crop of broccoli.
Key Benefits
- High Yield: Waltham 29 produces large, tightly packed heads, ensuring a bountiful harvest for home gardeners.
- Cold-Hardy: This variety is ideal for cool-season gardening and can tolerate light frosts, making it perfect for early spring or fall plantings.
- Heirloom Variety: Waltham 29 is a well-known, open-pollinated variety, making it a favorite for gardeners who prefer non-hybrid, non-GMO crops.
- Superior Flavor: Known for its mild, sweet flavor, Waltham 29 produces high-quality florets that can be enjoyed raw, steamed, or cooked in various dishes.
- Disease Resistance: This variety is resistant to common broccoli diseases such as clubroot, downy mildew, and aphids, making it a more reliable option for gardeners.
Planting Instructions
Planting Season
- Spring or Fall: Plant Waltham 29 in early spring for a summer harvest or in late summer for a fall harvest, as it thrives in cooler weather (60-70°F / 15-21°C).
- Timing: Direct sow seeds or start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date in spring or 10-12 weeks before the first frost in fall.
Planting Details
- Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep in fertile, well-drained soil.
- Spacing: Space seeds 18-24 inches apart in rows to provide adequate room for growth. Rows should be spaced 24-36 inches apart.
- Light: Waltham 29 requires full sun for best results, so choose a sunny location to plant.
Watering and Care
- Water Needs: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during germination and early growth. Broccoli requires regular watering to support healthy growth and large, firm heads.
- Fertilizer: Incorporate organic compost or a balanced fertilizer before planting to ensure rich, fertile soil. Apply a light feeding during the growing season to encourage healthy growth.
- Weeding: Keep the garden bed free of weeds, as they can compete with broccoli for nutrients and space.
- Mulching: Mulch around the base of the plants to conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and maintain an even soil temperature.
Harvesting
- When to Harvest: Harvest Waltham 29 when the heads are firm and compact, but before the florets begin to open and flower. Typically, this occurs about 85-100 days after planting.
- How to Harvest: Use a sharp knife or garden shears to cut the main head of the broccoli, leaving the plant intact. After the main head is harvested, side shoots may continue to grow, providing additional florets for later harvesting.
- Secondary Harvest: After the main head is cut, smaller side shoots will develop, providing smaller but tender florets for a continued harvest.
Perfect For
- Cool-Season Gardens: Waltham 29 thrives in cooler temperatures, making it perfect for early spring or fall planting.
- Heirloom Gardens: As an open-pollinated, heirloom variety, Waltham 29 is ideal for gardeners who value traditional, non-GMO crops.
- High-Yield, Easy-to-Grow: This reliable variety is perfect for both beginners and experienced gardeners who want to grow a bountiful harvest of broccoli.
- Home Cooking: The mild, sweet flavor of Waltham 29 makes it ideal for a variety of dishes, from fresh salads to steamed vegetables or casseroles.
Coverage
- Packet: Covers up to 30-40 square feet, providing enough seeds for a generous harvest of broccoli.
Grow Reliable, High-Quality Broccoli with Waltham 29
Waltham 29 is the perfect broccoli variety for gardeners who want high yields, superior flavor, and reliable performance. With its cold-hardiness and resistance to common diseases, it’s an excellent choice for cool-season gardens.
Order your Waltham 29 Broccoli seeds today and start growing fresh, sweet broccoli at home!
Non-GMO
Dharaseeds are Non-GMO and free from genetically modified organisms.
High Germination Rate
Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.
Heirloom Variety
Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.
Chemical-Free
Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.