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Introduction
(Full Latin name: Brassica oleracea var. italica)
Broccoli is a nutritious vegetable that can be used in a variety of ways. You can eat it fresh, lightly sauté it, or use it in stir-fries, soups, pasta, or rice dishes. If you follow a few simple broccoli growing tips, growing your own broccoli isn't difficult at all. Read all the tips about growing broccoli, from sowing to harvesting, here :)
Broccoli is a green vegetable that vaguely resembles a miniature tree. It is closely related to cabbage, Brussels sprouts, kale, and cauliflower—all edible plants belonging to the cruciferous family. Broccoli differs from other brassicas in that it is primarily grown for its flower buds, while other brassicas, such as cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, and kohlrabi, have other edible parts. The compatibility and differences between broccoli and other brassicas are important when planning crops, for example, for cross-pollination and optimal growing conditions.
There are three main varieties of broccoli:
- Calabrian broccoli
- Sprouting broccoli
- Purple cauliflower - despite its name, a type of broccoli
