Description
Fiolaro Sprouting Broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica), known in Italian as Broccoletto a Getti Fiolaro, is a traditional Italian vegetable prized for its tender green shoots and flavourful leaves. Originally associated with the Veneto region of northern Italy, this distinctive variety produces numerous side shoots along its stems rather than one large, compact broccoli head.
With its rich, slightly sweet flavour, Fiolaro Broccoli is perfect for sautéing with garlic and olive oil, soups, risottos, pasta dishes and traditional Mediterranean recipes. Its ability to produce repeated harvests makes it an excellent choice for home vegetable gardens during Malta’s cooler months.
🌱 Growing Instructions
☀️ Sunlight: Prefers full sun, with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
💧 Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water regularly during establishment and dry periods to encourage tender shoots.
🌱 Soil: Plant in fertile, well-draining soil enriched with compost or organic matter.
🌡️ Temperature: Prefers cool growing conditions, ideally between 10°C–20°C. Tolerates cold weather well, although Malta’s mild winters may produce slightly different results from colder regions.
📏 Spacing: Allow approximately 40–50 cm between plants and 60–70 cm between rows to accommodate its branching growth.
🌾 Fertilizer: Apply a balanced vegetable fertilizer every 3–4 weeks during active growth, following product instructions.
✂️ Harvesting: Pick tender side shoots and young leaves as they develop, leaving the plant growing for additional harvests. Harvesting generally takes place throughout the cooler winter months.
🌿 Local Growing Tips (Malta)
Best planting season: September to November, allowing plants to establish before winter.
Position: Sunny vegetable gardens or raised beds with fertile soil, good drainage and sufficient growing space.
Companion plants: Peas, broad beans, rosemary and thyme.
Common issue: Cabbage caterpillars, flea beetles and aphids may damage young leaves and shoots. Inspect plants regularly and use protective insect netting when necessary.
📦 Product Information
Variety: Broccoletto a Getti Fiolaro (Fiolaro Sprouting Broccoli)
Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea var. italica
Plant Type: Vegetable Seedling
Quantity: 6 Seedlings per Tray
Harvest Season: Winter to Early Spring
Special Characteristics: Traditional Italian sprouting broccoli producing numerous tender side shoots and edible young leaves, with excellent potential for repeated harvesting.
Important Information
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The price is per one tray of 6 seedlings.
