{"product_id":"romanesco-broccoli-italian-heirloom-seeds-organic","title":"Romanesco Broccoli Italian Heirloom Seeds (Organic)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRomanesco Broccoli (Organic) — The Italian Heirloom With Kaleidoscope Fractal Heads and Better Flavor Than the Finest Broccoli\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrown almost everywhere in Italy for its amazing flavor, Romanesco (\u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003eitalica\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most visually extraordinary vegetables in cultivation — and one of the best-tasting. Its apple-green heads are composed of perfectly spiraling logarithmic fractal florets that look like patterns from a kaleidoscope, whirling together in shades of chartreuse-green. Especially well adapted to cool northern areas, Romanesco does best in the fall season when cooler temperatures bring out better taste and texture than even the finest broccoli. Plants can easily grow 3 feet in diameter — give them lots of room. Nutty, mild flavor, more delicate than standard broccoli or cauliflower. Certified Organic. 75 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Head shape can be affected by heat. Broccoli does not care for heat and will bolt prematurely — fall planting is strongly recommended for best results in most regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Romanesco?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKaleidoscope fractal heads\u003c\/strong\u003e — spiraling apple-green florets; one of the most beautiful vegetables in the garden and on the plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBetter flavor than finest broccoli\u003c\/strong\u003e — nutty, mild, more delicate; especially good in fall when cool temps enhance taste and texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrown throughout Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e — a true Italian heirloom with centuries of culinary tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEspecially adapted to cool northern areas\u003c\/strong\u003e — thrives where other brassicas struggle in fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMassive plants\u003c\/strong\u003e — easily 3 feet in diameter; give plenty of space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic\u003c\/strong\u003e — grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrue open-pollinated heirloom\u003c\/strong\u003e — most commercial Romanesco is F1 hybrid; save seed year after year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA Note on Growing Romanesco\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRomanesco requires vernalization — a period of cold exposure — to produce heads in northern climates. Start seeds indoors under lights until true leaves appear, then harden off in a cold frame or low tunnel for 3–4 weeks at ~40°F. In warmer climates, fall planting naturally provides the required cold exposure. Avoid heat — high temperatures cause premature bolting and misshapen heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIn the Kitchen\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe raw florets on cheese boards and crudité platters — the fractal structure is a conversation piece. Roast with olive oil, garlic, and lemon until caramelized. Steam lightly and finish with brown butter and capers. Add to pasta with anchovy, garlic, and chili. 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