Interesting Knowledge Extension October 23, 2025 1 min read

What cultivar is your broccoli?

By ForwardPlant Team
Broccoli, botanically *Brassica oleracea* var. *italica*, boasts a range of cultivars, each with unique characteristics. Popular ones include 'Green Magic,' known for its early maturity and uniform domes, 'Waltham 29,' a cold-tolerant heirloom, and ''Calabrese', recognized for its large central heads and numerous side shoots. The specific cultivar often influences a plant's size, taste, and resistance to disease.

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