{"product_id":"300-broccoli-raab-rapini-seeds","title":"300 Broccoli Raab (Rapini) Seeds","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBroccoli Raab (Rapini) Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrow broccoli raab for tender leafy shoots, buds and stems with the characteristic pleasantly bitter flavor used in Italian and Mediterranean cooking. This packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e300 seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBroccoli raab, also called rapini or broccoli rabe, is grown differently from standard heading broccoli. The goal is to harvest young leaves, stems and budding shoots before flowers fully open rather than waiting for one large central head.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Broccoli Raab\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast cool-season crop for spring and fall gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest tender leaves, stems and unopened flower buds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful for sautéing, pasta dishes, soups and other cooked dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for succession sowing to extend the harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat You’ll Receive\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 seeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommon names\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBroccoli Raab, Rapini, Broccoli Rabe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCrop type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCool-season leafy Brassica vegetable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun; some light shade is tolerated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHarvest\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTender shoots, leaves, stems and buds before full flowering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Growing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSow in cool weather:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in early spring or again for fall harvest when temperatures are moderate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect sow shallowly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cover seed lightly in fertile, well-drained soil and keep the seedbed evenly moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThin for airflow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give plants enough room to develop leafy shoots without excessive crowding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintain even moisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought stress and heat can accelerate bolting and reduce tenderness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuccession sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small sowings at intervals can provide a steadier harvest instead of one large flush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest before full bloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut tender shoots while buds are formed but before most yellow flowers open. Plants may produce additional side shoots after cutting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u0026lt;\u0026gt;\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow many seeds are in the packet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe packet contains 300 Broccoli Raab seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs broccoli raab the same as regular broccoli?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It is grown mainly for leafy stems and budding shoots rather than a large central broccoli head.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat parts of broccoli raab are eaten?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tender leaves, young stems and unopened flower buds are commonly harvested and cooked.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I sow it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt performs best as a cool-season crop. Sow for spring or fall harvest and avoid the hottest part of the season when possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow broccoli raab in containers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Use a container with good drainage, fertile potting mix and enough surface area to space multiple plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen is it ready to harvest?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarvest when stems are tender and flower buds have formed but before most flowers open. Timing varies with temperature, spacing and growing conditions, so the listing does not promise a fixed number of days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seed World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50801022697520,"sku":"fao1792003947227","price":4.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0688\/8135\/0704\/files\/300-broccoli-raab-rapini-seeds_1.jpg?v=1792003952","url":"https:\/\/hollytrimwear.shop\/products\/300-broccoli-raab-rapini-seeds","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}