{"product_id":"broccoli-solstice","title":"Broccoli, Solstice","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"61\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"22\"\u003eBroccoli, Solstice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"22\" data-end=\"25\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"25\" data-end=\"59\"\u003e(Brassica oleracea var. italica)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"458\"\u003eSolstice Broccoli is a reliable, heat-tolerant variety bred for strong performance in warmer growing conditions. It produces smooth, dome-shaped heads with fine beads and tender florets, making it a dependable choice for both spring and early summer harvests. With consistent growth and good flavor, Solstice is well suited to gardeners looking to extend broccoli production into warmer seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1kdq25b\" data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"490\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"722\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"523\"\u003eHeat-Tolerant Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"526\"\u003eSolstice is selected for its ability to form quality heads even as temperatures rise. This makes it especially useful for late spring and early summer harvests when other varieties may struggle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"895\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"755\"\u003eSmooth, Dome-Shaped Heads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"758\"\u003eProduces uniform, medium to large heads with tightly packed florets. The clean structure makes harvesting and kitchen preparation easy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"1064\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"899\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eTender Florets with Mild Flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"937\"\u003eOffers a classic broccoli flavor with a tender texture. Excellent for steaming, roasting, stir-fries, and fresh garden meals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003eReliable Garden Production\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003eConsistent head formation and strong plant vigor make this a dependable variety for home gardeners and small-scale growers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1qc8btb\" data-start=\"1233\" data-end=\"1254\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1314\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003eitalica\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mediterranean (cultivated worldwide)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1376\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003ePlant Life Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1441\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003eSoil Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to medium-wet, fertile, well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–3 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e April–May (second year if overwintered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003eBloom Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~60–70 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown as an annual in zones 3–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003eStart seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before transplanting or direct sow in early spring. 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