Cabbage ‘Copenhagen Market’ | Brassica oleracea var. capitata | Non-GMO | 300 Seeds

Broccoli ‘Calabrese’ (Brassica oleracea var. italica) – Heirloom Italian Variety | Cold Hardy & Productive | Non-GMO – 200 Seeds

A classic heirloom dating back to 19th-century Italy, Broccoli ‘Calabrese’ is loved for its large central heads, tender side shoots, and dependable performance in cool-season gardens. This variety produces beautiful, deep green florets on sturdy plants and continues to send up secondary harvests after the main head is cut.

Excellent for steaming, sautéing, or eating fresh, Calabrese is cold-hardy, nutrient-dense, and a must-have for fall, winter, or early spring planting. It thrives in rich soil with consistent moisture and makes a flavorful, rewarding addition to vegetable beds or kitchen gardens.

Seed Packet Info:

• Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea var. italica

• Skill Level: Intermediate – Prefers steady temps and fertile soil

• Pollinator Friendly:
  • Attracts beneficial insects when left to flower
  • Great companion plant for aromatic herbs like dill and chamomile

Planting & Care:

• Light: Full sun

• Plant Height: 18–24 inches

• Spacing: 18" apart in rows 24" apart

• Watering: Moderate and consistent

• Soil: Rich, well-drained soil with compost or aged manure

• Frost Tolerance: Hardy – prefers cool temps and light frost improves flavor

To Start:

• Zones 3–6: Start indoors in early spring or late summer for fall crops

• Zones 7–10: Best planted for fall/winter harvests; avoid midsummer sowing

• Zones 11–12: Grow in fall, winter, and early spring for optimal results

Sow seeds 1/4–1/2 inch deep. Transplant when 4–6 weeks old and hardened off. Harvest the main head when it’s tight and full, then let side shoots develop for extended harvest.