Broccoflower Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea var. italica x B. oleracea var. botrytis (Brassicaceae)

General Description/History: - Cross between cauliflower and broccoli - Florets are bright green, like broccoli - Florets are packed into a round head, similar to cauliflower - Sweeter flavour than cauliflower or broccoli. Select broccoflower with compact heads and tightly closed flowers. Stalks and leaves should be firm and fresh. Steam or use in stir-fries, salads or crudites for dip. Broccoflower is a cool climate crop which grows in sandy soils. Regular irrigation is essential once young heads have formed. Heads grow rapidly near maturity. Broccoflower, which originated in Holland, has taken America by storm and is now being introduced to Australian palates.

Alternative Names: A hybrid mix of cauliflower and broccoli.

Availability:  Month  Jan   Feb   Mar   Apr   May   Jun   Jul   Aug   Sep   Oct   Nov   Dec   Availability                                                                         All Year

Growing Areas: QLD - Queensland VIC - Victoria SA - South Australia

Nutritional Value: An excellent source of B group vitamins and a good source of vitamin C and folic acid.

Storage/Handling: 0°C and 90 -100% relative humidity. Consumer Storage: Store in an airtight plastic bag in the refrigerator crisper for a short time.