Plant Identifier
Broccolini

Broccolini

Brassica oleracea (Broccoli Group) x Brassica rapa

Family: BrassicaceaeNative: Hybrid originating from Japan but widely cultivatedIdentified: Dec 31, 2024

Broccolini is a hybrid vegetable, a cross between broccoli and Chinese broccoli (kai-lan). It features long, slender stalks topped with small florets, and has a milder, sweeter flavor than traditional broccoli.

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Care instructions

Broccolini prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and benefits from fertilization during the growing season. Harvest when the florets are still tight for the best flavor.