{"id":29056,"date":"2026-07-01T07:21:09","date_gmt":"2026-07-01T07:21:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/agrozonebd.com\/?post_type=product&#038;p=29056"},"modified":"2026-07-04T05:58:57","modified_gmt":"2026-07-04T05:58:57","slug":"broccoli-f1-hybrid-seeds","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/agrozonebd.com\/index.php\/product\/broccoli-f1-hybrid-seeds\/","title":{"rendered":"Broccoli  F1 Hybrid Seeds"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Description<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Broccoli \u2013 \u09ac\u09cd\u09b0\u09cb\u0995\u09b2\u09bf \u2013 F1 Hybrid Seeds \u2013 MGS1025<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Price:<\/strong>\u00a085 Taka\/ packet<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Quantity:<\/strong>\u00a030 \u2013 50 seeds<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Germination Rate (Min):<\/strong>\u00a080%<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Physical Purity (Min):<\/strong>\u00a098%<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Genetic Purity (Min):<\/strong>\u00a098%<\/em><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Germination Temperature (in degrees Celsius):\u00a0<\/strong>Broccoli seeds germinate best at temperatures between\u00a0<strong>4\u00b0C and 30\u00b0C<\/strong>. However, the optimal range for faster and more uniform germination is\u00a0<strong>20\u00b0C to 25\u00b0C<\/strong>. Some sources suggest that germination can occur as low as 4\u00b0C, but it is slower, while temperatures around 24\u00b0C to 27\u00b0C significantly speed up the process.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Germination Time (in Days) of Seeds:\u00a0<\/strong>Broccoli seeds typically take\u00a0<strong>5 to 10 days<\/strong>\u00a0to germinate, depending on soil temperature, moisture, and seed quality. At optimal temperatures (20\u00b0C\u201325\u00b0C), germination often occurs within 5\u20137 days.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Plant Height, Span, and Seed Sowing Depth<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Height<\/strong>: Mature broccoli plants grow to\u00a0<strong>18\u201336 inches (45\u201390 cm)<\/strong>\u00a0tall, depending on the variety and growing conditions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Span (Width)<\/strong>: The plant spreads about\u00a0<strong>12\u201324 inches (30\u201360 cm)<\/strong>\u00a0wide.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Seed Sowing Depth<\/strong>: Seeds should be sown\u00a0<strong>\u00bc to \u00bd inch (0.6\u20131.3 cm)<\/strong>\u00a0deep in the soil.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Plant Spacing:\u00a0<\/strong>Broccoli plants should be spaced\u00a0<strong>12\u201324 inches (1\u20132 feet or 30\u201360 cm)<\/strong>\u00a0apart to allow for adequate air circulation and growth.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Row Spacing:\u00a0<\/strong>Rows should be spaced\u00a0<strong>18\u201336 inches (1.5\u20133 feet or 45\u201390 cm)<\/strong>\u00a0apart, with 24 inches (60 cm) being the most common recommendation for optimal growth.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Support Requirement:\u00a0<\/strong>Broccoli typically does not require a trellis or physical support, as it grows upright with a sturdy stem. However, taller varieties (over 30 inches) or plants in windy areas may benefit from staking with a cane to prevent toppling.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Seed to Harvest Time:\u00a0<\/strong>Broccoli takes\u00a0<strong>60\u2013100 days<\/strong>\u00a0(approximately 2\u20133.5 months) from seed to harvest, depending on the variety and growing conditions. Faster-maturing varieties can be ready in as little as 50\u201360 days, while slower ones may take up to 100 days.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Seed to Bloom Time:\u00a0<\/strong>Broccoli is harvested before it blooms, as the edible part is the unopened flower head. If left unharvested, blooming (yellow flowers) typically occurs\u00a0<strong>10\u201320 days<\/strong>\u00a0after the head reaches maturity, roughly\u00a0<strong>70\u2013120 days<\/strong>\u00a0(2.5\u20134 months) from seed sowing, depending on temperature and variety.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pot Size\/Container Size\/Bed Size:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pot Size<\/strong>: A container should be at least\u00a0<strong>12\u201318 inches (30\u201345 cm)<\/strong>\u00a0wide and deep to accommodate the root system and mature plant size.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bed Size<\/strong>: In a garden bed, allocate about\u00a0<strong>1\u20132 square feet (144\u2013288 square inches)<\/strong>\u00a0per plant for healthy growth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Soil Type:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Soil Type<\/strong>: Broccoli thrives in\u00a0<strong>well-drained, fertile, loamy soil<\/strong>\u00a0rich in organic matter. It prefers a soil texture ranging from sandy loam to clay loam, with good moisture retention yet no waterlogging. Adding compost or aged manure enhances fertility and structure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ideal pH Level<\/strong>: The optimal soil pH is\u00a0<strong>6.0\u20137.0<\/strong>\u00a0(slightly acidic to neutral), as this range supports nutrient availability and discourages diseases like clubroot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Daily Sunlight Requirement:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Daily Sunlight<\/strong>: Broccoli requires\u00a0<strong>6\u20138 hours<\/strong>\u00a0of direct sunlight per day for healthy growth. Insufficient light can result in leggy plants and poor head formation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Light for Germination<\/strong>: Seeds do not require light to germinate (they are dark germinators), but once sprouted, seedlings need bright, indirect light or grow lights for 12\u201316 hours daily indoors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Watering Requirement:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>General Requirement<\/strong>: Broccoli needs\u00a0<strong>1\u20131.5 inches (2.5\u20133.8 cm or approximately 2.5\u20133.8 liters per square meter)<\/strong>\u00a0of water per week.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Watering Intervals<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Seedlings (up to 6 inches)<\/strong>: Water lightly every 2\u20133 days (0.5\u20131 liter per plant), keeping soil consistently moist but not soggy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Young Plants (6\u201312 inches)<\/strong>: Water every 3\u20134 days (1\u20132 liters per plant), adjusting for weather.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mature Plants (over 12 inches)<\/strong>: Water deeply every 4\u20135 days (2\u20133 liters per plant), especially during head formation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Avoid wetting the heads to prevent rot.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Essential Nutrients required for Healthy Growth of This Plant:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Essential Nutrients<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Nitrogen (N)<\/strong>: 3\u20135% \u2013 Promotes leafy growth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Phosphorus (P)<\/strong>: 2\u20134% \u2013 Supports root and head development.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Potassium (K)<\/strong>: 2\u20134% \u2013 Enhances overall vigor and disease resistance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Calcium<\/strong>: 0.5\u20131% \u2013 Prevents tip burn and hollow stems.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Magnesium<\/strong>: 0.2\u20130.5% \u2013 Aids photosynthesis.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Organic Fertilizers<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Compost<\/strong>: Provides balanced N-P-K (approx. 1\u20131\u20131) and micronutrients.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Aged Manure<\/strong>: Rich in nitrogen (2\u20133%) and potassium.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fish Emulsion<\/strong>: High in nitrogen (5\u20132\u20132) and trace elements.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bone Meal<\/strong>: High in phosphorus (3\u201315\u20130) and calcium.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wood Ash<\/strong>: Supplies potassium (0\u20130\u20135) and raises pH.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For a 12\u201318 inch pot:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Compost<\/strong>: Apply\u00a0<strong>200\u2013300 grams<\/strong>\u00a0at planting, mixed into the soil. Reapply\u00a0<strong>100 grams<\/strong>\u00a0every 4\u20136 weeks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Aged Manure<\/strong>: Use\u00a0<strong>100\u2013150 grams<\/strong>\u00a0at planting. Top-dress with\u00a0<strong>50 grams<\/strong>\u00a0every 6 weeks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fish Emulsion<\/strong>: Dilute 10 ml in 1 liter of water (approx. 10 grams), apply\u00a0<strong>1 liter per plant<\/strong>\u00a0every 2 weeks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bone Meal<\/strong>: Mix\u00a0<strong>20\u201330 grams<\/strong>\u00a0into soil at planting. No repeat needed unless deficiency appears.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wood Ash<\/strong>: Sprinkle\u00a0<strong>10\u201315 grams<\/strong>\u00a0at planting, repeat once mid-season if soil tests low in potassium.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Interval<\/strong>: Every 2\u20136 weeks, depending on fertilizer type and plant growth stage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Fertilizer Requirement:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fertilizer<\/strong>: Use a balanced N-P-K fertilizer like\u00a0<strong>10-10-10<\/strong>\u00a0or a high-nitrogen option like\u00a0<strong>15-5-10<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Application Rate<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Seedlings (up to 6 inches)<\/strong>: Apply\u00a0<strong>5\u201310 grams<\/strong>\u00a0per plant at transplanting (starter fertilizer).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Young Plants (6\u201312 inches)<\/strong>: Side-dress with\u00a0<strong>10\u201315 grams<\/strong>\u00a0per plant 3 weeks after transplanting.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mature Plants (over 12 inches)<\/strong>: Apply\u00a0<strong>15\u201320 grams<\/strong>\u00a0per plant when heads begin forming.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Frequency<\/strong>: Apply every 3\u20134 weeks, avoiding over-fertilization to prevent excessive leaf growth.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Companion Plants<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Dill, Chamomile, Cilantro<\/strong>: Attract beneficial insects.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lettuce, Spinach<\/strong>: Low-growing, non-competitive.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Onions, Garlic<\/strong>: Repel pests.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Marigolds<\/strong>: Deter nematodes and aphids. Avoid planting near tomatoes, peppers, or other brassicas (e.g., cabbage).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Broccoli\u2019s Taste:\u00a0<\/strong>Mildly sweet, slightly bitter, and earthy. Rating:\u00a0<strong>7\/10<\/strong>\u00a0(freshly harvested is sweetest).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Leaf Taste :\u00a0<\/strong>Slightly bitter, similar to kale or collards, with a robust flavor. Rating:\u00a0<strong>6\/10<\/strong>\u00a0(cooking reduces bitterness).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pest Types (Chemical and Organic Control)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pests<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cabbage Worms<\/strong>: Green caterpillars.\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Chemical<\/strong>: Bacillus thuringiensis (BT), Spinosad.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Organic<\/strong>: Hand-pick, use row covers, neem oil.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Aphids<\/strong>: Small sap-sucking insects.\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Chemical<\/strong>: Imidacloprid.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Organic<\/strong>: Insecticidal soap, ladybugs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flea Beetles<\/strong>: Tiny black beetles.\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Chemical<\/strong>: Pyrethrin.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Organic<\/strong>: Diatomaceous earth, row covers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Monitor plants regularly and apply controls early.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Disease Types (Chemical and Organic Control)<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diseases<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Clubroot<\/strong>: Soil-borne fungus causing root swelling.\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Chemical<\/strong>: None widely effective; focus on prevention.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Organic<\/strong>: Raise soil pH with lime, rotate crops.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Black Rot<\/strong>: Bacterial leaf spots.\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Chemical<\/strong>: Copper-based fungicides.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Organic<\/strong>: Remove infected parts, improve air circulation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Downy Mildew<\/strong>: Fungal growth on leaves.\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Chemical<\/strong>: Mancozeb.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Organic<\/strong>: Sulfur spray, avoid overhead watering.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Crop rotation and sanitation are key preventatives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Crop Maturity Identification:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Florets are\u00a0<strong>tight, compact, and dark green<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Head size is\u00a0<strong>4\u20136 inches (10\u201315 cm)<\/strong>\u00a0across.<\/li>\n<li>No yellow flowers are visible (indicates over-maturity). Cut the main head with a sharp knife, leaving 5\u20136 inches of stem.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Average Lifespan of This Plant<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Broccoli is a biennial but grown as an annual, with a lifespan of\u00a0<strong>3\u20135 months<\/strong>\u00a0from seed to harvest. After the main head is cut, side shoots extend its productive life by 1\u20132 months.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Nutritional Value(s)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Per 100 grams (raw):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Calories: 34 kcal<\/li>\n<li>Protein: 3 g<\/li>\n<li>Fiber: 2.6 g<\/li>\n<li>Vitamin C: 89 mg (149% DV)<\/li>\n<li>Vitamin K: 102 \u00b5g (127% DV)<\/li>\n<li>Calcium: 47 mg<\/li>\n<li>Iron: 0.7 mg<\/li>\n<li>Potassium: 316 mg<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Health Benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Rich in Antioxidants<\/strong>: Vitamin C and beta-carotene reduce oxidative stress.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cancer Prevention<\/strong>: Sulforaphane may inhibit cancer cell growth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Heart Health<\/strong>: Fiber and potassium lower cholesterol and blood pressure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bone Health<\/strong>: Calcium and vitamin K support strong bones.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Digestive Health<\/strong>: High fiber promotes regularity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Food Recipes<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Description Broccoli \u2013 \u09ac\u09cd\u09b0\u09cb\u0995\u09b2\u09bf \u2013 F1 Hybrid Seeds \u2013 MGS1025 &nbsp; Price:\u00a085 Taka\/ packet Quantity:\u00a030 \u2013 50 seeds &nbsp; Germination<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":29057,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[75,92],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-29056","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_cat-seeds","product_cat-vegetable-seeds","first","instock","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/agrozonebd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/29056","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/agrozonebd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/agrozonebd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/agrozonebd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=29056"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/agrozonebd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/29056\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":29078,"href":"https:\/\/agrozonebd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/29056\/revisions\/29078"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/agrozonebd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/29057"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/agrozonebd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=29056"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/agrozonebd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=29056"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/agrozonebd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=29056"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/agrozonebd.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=29056"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}