BROCCOLI Seeds, Waltham

Waltham 29 Broccoli (Brassica oleracea 'Waltham') is a dependable heirloom, open-pollinated broccoli that produces large, tight, blue-green heads followed by side shoots. Cold-tolerant and reliable, it is a proven fall and overwintering variety.

At a glance

• Botanical name: Brassica oleracea 'Waltham'
• Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated broccoli
• Plant height: 18 to 24 inches
• Sun: Full sun (6 to 8 hours)
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile, pH 6.0 to 7.5

Best for

• Steaming, boiling, and stir-fries
• Fresh eating and salads
• Fall and cool-season harvests
• Cut-and-come-again side shoots

How to grow

Sow in early spring or late summer for cool-weather growth, in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Keep moisture consistent through head development. Harvest the central head while buds are tight and firm, then let side shoots develop for additional pickings.

Flavor profile

Mild, sweet, and classically broccoli, with dense heads that hold texture well when cooked.

About 99Heirlooms

99Heirlooms is a seed company devoted to heirloom and open-pollinated varieties, giving home gardeners dependable seeds with the character and heritage of generations past.

Sold by 99Heirlooms.com, based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.