If you don't have your own garden paradise but are content with a balcony or terrace, you can also grow broccoli there. However, a lot can go wrong. Below you will find out what is important to grow he althy and productive broccoli plants.
What should you consider when growing broccoli in pots?
Broccoli needs a pot with a capacity of at least30 litersand a distance of 40 cm from other plants in order to thrive. It is also crucial to regularly supply the broccoli withcalcium-containing fertilizerand to keep itmoist.
When and how do I sow broccoli in a pot?
First you should sow broccoli seeds in a seed pot inMarch. It is important that you usegrowing soilso that the roots of the broccoli can develop well. When sowing, the seeds are transported approximately1 cm deep below the surface of the soil. Keep the soil moist and place the growing pot on the windowsill, for example. The seedlings will become visible after five to seven days. Grow the young plants until they are about 10 cm tall.
How big should the pot be for the broccoli?
The pot for further broccoli cultivation should be about40 cm deepandjust as wide. Look for a pot that has a capacity of at least 30 liters. A balcony box is also possible for growing broccoli, but usually not deep enough.
Which soil is suitable for broccoli in a pot?
Vegetable soil,Universal soil, but also any othernutrient-rich substrate is suitable for growing broccoli in pots. Ideally, this is clayey so that it doesn't dry out too quickly. You should also make sure that the soil is calcareous, as the broccoli often does not develop heads if there is a lack of lime.
What location does the broccoli need in the pot?
A broccoli plant in a pot needs asunnyandprotected from the wind location on the balcony or terrace. From May onwards, the plant can be placed outside or hardened off during the day and given direct sunlight. Remember that you should keep a distance of at least 40 cm between the broccoli and other plants on the site.
How and how often should broccoli in the pot be fertilized?
You can supply your broccoli plants withlong-term fertilizeror all of them withthreeup tofour weeksaliquid fertilizer for vegetable plants. Pellets made from horse manure or sheep's wool, for example, are suitable as long-term fertilizers. Compost and horn shavings are also suitable.
How much water does broccoli need in the pot?
In the pot, broccoli needsa lot of waterand shouldnever dry out. Water it from below so that the leaves are not wetted with water. Water on the leaves can promote pest infestation and also cause mildew.
Tip
Choose high-yielding varieties for pot cultivation
When growing broccoli in pots, choose preferably high-yielding and tasty varieties so that growing them is really worthwhile. The varieties Calabrese and Calinaro, for example, are recommended.
