Sprouting broccoli seedlings flowering

[bario1]

Hi all,

I noticed yesterday that some of my green sprouting broccoli plants (Apollo?) have formed flower heads. They're only a foot tall and still in their pots ready to plant out! Are they done for? Is there any point planting them out now, or should i sow some more and hope they get big enough to survive the winter?

Thanks.

[KevinM67]

I'm sorry I can't help you with this - but I am eager to see the replies.

I have the same problem every year with broccoli, although this year is looking good

(I've probably gave them the 'kiss of death' by making that that last statement)

[veggiechicken]

Is this your broccoli - a hybrid between broccoli and kale? Broccoli 'Brokali Apollo' F1 Hybrid (Calabrese, Chinese Kale) - Brassica & Leafy Green Seeds - Thompson & Morgan

[bario1]

Yes that's the one.

[bario1]

Ah, reading the info there it looks like its more of a calabrese than a sprouting broccoli - so it's maybe normal for the heads to start forming now? As it was called 'green sprouting broccoli' when i bought it, i assumed it would behave like purple sprouting broccoli...

[Two_Sheds]

As it was called 'green sprouting broccoli' when i bought it

Ah yes, that's marketing for you.

Most people, who shop in supermarkets, think that calabrese is called broccoli, hence the confusion.

[bario1]

Ah well, that's great - my plants haven't 'bolted' and i get to enjoy them this autumn, hopefully!

[veggiechicken]

I do like a Happy Ending