Packman Broccoli

Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea (Italica Group) 'Packman'

Also Known As

Brassica italica 'Packman'

Plant type

annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 12"
W: 12"

planting zones

1-11

Packman Broccoli plant details

Packman Broccoli is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen annual / biennial fruit / vegetable with green foliage. In spring and summer flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Packman Broccoli

Plant type: annual / biennial fruit / vegetable
Plant family: brassicaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Uses: edible, long-lived

GROWING CONDITIONS for Packman Broccoli

USDA Zones: 1 - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

With a central head that has the potential to get more than 8” wide, ‘Packman’ is quite a producer. And if the plant is left in the ground after the central head is cut, you still get lots of mini-headed side shoots to eat! If mini shoots over a long period is your intention, cut the central head before it gets to full size. Doing so will make the shoots a bit bigger. ‘Packman’ is an early-maturing variety (60 days) with an excellent flavor. I bought my first ‘Packman’ seedlings because it was the only variety available in the nursery & I had to plant broccoli ASAP. My expectations were low (I really wanted an heirloom variety), but Packman is a fine broccoli that I now choose to grow. Plant 8-12” apart in well fertilized garden soil & keep well watered. Plant again in the Spring for continual harvest.