Broccoli Marathon | Two Live Plants | Non-GMO | High Yield, Cold-Tolerant, Disease Resistant

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Broccoli Marathon is a top-tier variety known for its large, tightly packed heads and deliciously mild flavor. It’s a cold-hardy powerhouse with an extended harvest period, making it perfect for gardeners who want continuous, high yield, disease resistant production. Whether steamed, roasted, or tossed fresh into salads, this nutrient-packed broccoli is fresher, tastier, and more nutritious than anything store-bought!

This vigorous and resilient plant thrives in cool temperatures, making it ideal for spring and fall planting. Its fast and easy to grow nature ensures a steady supply of fresh, homegrown broccoli all season long.

Clovers Garden Broccoli Marathon Plants:

• Two Large, Live plants. Ready to grow, premium flowering perennial plants, 4” to 8” tall plants, in 4” pots.
• Non-GMO, No Neonicotinoids. Plants are raised without these chemicals to protect pollinators.
• 10x Root Development. Robust plants with healthy roots that handle transplanting better and grow stronger right from the start.
• Grown in the Midwest. All plants are grown in the USA and we manage the entire process from seed to your doorstep.
• Large, Tightly Packed Heads. Produces dense, dark green broccoli heads with a tender, mild flavor perfect for fresh eating or cooking
• Fast Shipping and Careful Packaging. Your plants arrive quickly in our exclusive, eco-friendly, 100% recyclable box designed to protect your plants and the planet.
• Cold-Tolerant and Disease-Resistant: Thrives in cool weather and shows strong resistance to common broccoli diseases.
• High-Yielding and Productive: Produces continuous side shoots after the main head is harvested, extending your harvest.
• Perfect for Home Gardens: Grows well in raised beds, traditional garden plots, and large containers.
• Fast Shipping and Careful Packaging. Your plants arrive quickly in our exclusive, eco-friendly, 100% recyclable box designed to protect your plants and the planet.
• Quick Start Planting Guide. Created just for our customers, this copyrighted guide walks you through every gardening step from unboxing to planting.
• Third Generation, Family-Owned Small Business. We’ve been helping gardeners since 1957 with established greenhouses right here in the Midwest.
• 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed
  

Broccoli Marathon - Fun Fact:
Broccoli is actually a descendant of wild mustard plants, cultivated and carefully selected by ancient Italian farmers who favored its dense, edible flower heads. Broccoli became especially popular in the United States only after Italian immigrants introduced it in the early 20th century.

Broccoli Marathon care tips:

• Provide full sun Cool temperatures, well-draining soil for best results.
• Annual Plant Grown as an annual in most zones, producing tightly packed heads followed by side shoots.
• Sunlight Thrives in full sun (6+ hours daily).
• Spacing - Space plants 18-24 inches apart to allow for proper growth and airflow.
• Watering - Requires consistent moisture; water deeply and regularly to keep soil evenly moist. Mulch helps retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
• Soil - Prefers well-draining, nutrient-rich soil amended with compost or organic fertilizer before planting.
• Care - Harvest the main head when it reaches 6-8 inches across to encourage continuous side shoot production. Protect from pests like cabbage worms and aphids using row covers or organic pest control methods.

Common Questions About Broccoli Marathon:

How do you grow Broccoli Marathon from plants? Plant in full sun with well-draining soil, keep the soil moist and provide cool temperatures for the best growth. Ensure proper spacing to allow for healthy air circulation.

How long does it take to harvest Broccoli Marathon? Matures in 60-75 days from transplanting, producing continuous side shoots after the main head is harvested, ensuring an extended harvest season.

What should I do if Broccoli Marathon experiences summer heat? This variety thrives in cool temperatures but may struggle in hot weather. To help your plants survive, provide shade using shade cloth, plant near taller crops for natural shading, and keep the soil consistently moist with mulch to regulate temperature. If temperatures exceed 80°F regularly, broccoli may bolt or stop producing heads, but it will likely resume growth and thrive again in the cooler fall months.

How big does Broccoli Marathon get? The plant grows to about 18-24 inches tall, producing large, dense broccoli heads that are perfect for fresh eating or cooking.

Can I grow Broccoli Marathon in containers? Yes! Its compact growth habit makes it suitable for large containers or raised beds, but ensure deep soil for root development.

What does Broccoli Marathon taste like? It has a mild, slightly sweet flavor with tender florets, making it perfect for fresh eating, roasting, steaming, or stir-frying.

Do Broccoli Marathon plants need staking? No, its sturdy stems provide natural support, but mulching around the base helps retain moisture, regulate temperature, and suppress weeds.

How do you grow Broccoli Marathon? Plant in full sun with well-draining soil, keep soil moist, and provide cool temperatures for best growth.

How long does it take to harvest Broccoli Marathon? Matures in 60-75 days from transplanting, producing continuous side shoots after the main head is harvested.

What should I do if my Broccoli Marathon plants experience summer heat? Broccoli Marathon thrives in cool temperatures but may struggle in hot summer weather. To help your plants survive, provide shade using shade cloth or plant near taller crops for natural shading. Keep the soil consistently moist and use mulch to regulate temperature. If temperatures exceed 80°F regularly, broccoli may bolt or stop producing heads. In this case, allow the plant to rest, and it will likely resume growth and thrive again in the cooler fall months.

Garden benefits: Let Broccoli Marathon bolt at the end of the season and enjoy nectar-rich yellow flowers that attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators. Its deep root system also improves soil health by enhancing nutrient retention and aeration.

A must-have for home gardeners, Broccoli Marathon delivers exceptional taste, high yields, and all-season success with minimal effort. Plant, grow, and harvest gourmet-quality broccoli right from your backyard!