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4-H Horticulture Judging Contest

Beth Hinshaw
Extension Speclaist, SE
4-H Youth Development
K-State Research & Extension

620-496-8206

bhinshaw@ksu.edu

Broccoli

Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea

Category: Vegetables and Herbs

Description:
Broccoli can be grown in Kansas in either spring or fall. The broccoli "head" is a cluster of undeveloped flower buds. Small secondary heads can be harvested for several weeks following the cutting of the large central head. Broccoli is a "cole crop" and is related to cabbage, cauliflower, kale and Brussels sprouts.

 Broccoli head and foliage

Broccoli head and foliage

 Secondary heads developing after removal of central head

Secondary heads developing after removal of central head