Cole Crops

Broccoli – Romanesco Italia

Heirloom
Seed Source: Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds

We actually have two sources for this seed for 2011 (Baker Creek and Hirt’s Gardens). We haven’t grown this before, but it is a unique variety.


Broccoli – Packman

Seed Source: Jordan Seeds

We’ve grown this since 2008. It is a pretty standard variety of broccoli; once the head is picked, it produces side shoots throughout the summer. Puck (or dog) loves broccoli, and has been seen eating this from the plant.


Brussels Sprouts – Churchill

Seed Source: Johnny’s Selected Seeds

This is a hybrid variety. In Minnesota, we’ve found that Brussels Sprouts have a long season. We typically start transplants 8-10 weeks before the last frost, and don’t harvest until fall. This could partially be due to soil condition, though – so we’ll see what happens this year!


Cabbage – Early Jersey Wakefield

Seed Source: Jordan Seeds
A new variety for 2011! Check back soon!


Cabbage – Primo

Seed Source: Bountiful gardens

A new variety for 2011! Check back soon!


Cabbage – Ruby Perfection

Seed Source: Jordan Seeds

A new variety for 2011! Check back soon!


Cauliflower – Cheddar

Seed Source: Johnny’s Selected Seeds

F1 Hybrid variety. An orange-colored cauliflower. We have tried growing this plant since 2008, and have never been successful. Probably due to poor transplants and garden conditions – hopefully this year will be better!


Cauliflower – Fremont

Seed Source: Johnny’s Selected Seeds

F1 Hybrid Variety. Check back for updates!


Cauliflower – Violetta Italia

Heirloom
Seed Source: Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds

A purple variety. We direct-seeded this in the garden last year, and it never produced florets. This year we’re starting it indoors.


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