Broccoli
McKinstry Farms • Tips from Farmer Will
Plant Type: Annual
Season: Spring and Fall
Light
Needs full sun — at least 6 hours per day.
Water
Keep soil evenly moist, about 1–1.5 inches of water per week.
Avoid letting it dry out between waterings.
Farmer Will's Tip:
"Consistent watering gives you nice big heads. No skips!"
Temperature
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Thrives in 60–70°F.
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Can tolerate light frost.
Soil and Fertilizer
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Plant in rich, well-drained soil with compost.
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Side-dress with fertilizer or compost when heads begin to form.
Care Tips
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Harvest heads when they are tight and before the flowers start to open.
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After the main head is cut, small side shoots will often grow for a second harvest.
Common Problems
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Cabbage Worms: Inspect leaves and handpick pests.
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Bolting: Happens in hot weather — harvest early in summer.
Good to Know
Broccoli is packed with nutrients and tastes even sweeter when grown in cool weather.
