{"product_id":"bonarda-broccoli-seeds-heirloom","title":"Bonarda Broccoli","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBonarda Broccoli Seeds (Heirloom)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNon-GMO | Open-Pollinated | The Productive Purple Sprouter\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Culinary Edge 💜\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eIf you are tired of the \"one and done\" nature of traditional heading broccoli, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"79\"\u003eBonarda\u003c\/b\u003e is your solution. This Italian-style sprouting variety is bred for continuous production, yielding an abundance of slender, tender spears topped with deep violet florets. For the chef-grower, Bonarda represents the peak of \"stem-to-floret\" eating—the stalks are succulent, skin-tender, and lack the woodiness found in commercial varieties. It turns a simple side dish into a high-contrast, gourmet presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e30+ Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAt A Glance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e👅 Flavor Profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,1,1,0\"\u003eNutty \u0026amp; Sweet (Asparagus-like)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e🎨 Visual Contrast\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,2,1,0\"\u003eDeep Violet Florets \/ Vibrant Green Stems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e⏱️ Maturity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,3,1,0\"\u003e65–75 Days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e🔢 Quantity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"9,4,1,0\"\u003e100+ Premium Seeds per Packet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e✨ Flavor Profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Asparagus\" Broccoli:\u003c\/b\u003e Often compared to young asparagus, the stems of Bonarda are sweet and tender enough to be eaten entirely, offering a satisfying crunch without the bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMild \u0026amp; Mellow:\u003c\/b\u003e Lacks the strong \"cabbage\" odor often associated with over-mature heading broccoli, staying sweet even in the warmth of early summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e🍴 Culinary Versatility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHigh-Heat Roasting:\u003c\/b\u003e The slender spears are built for the oven or the grill. They caramelize quickly, developing a crispy texture on the purple florets while the stems remain juicy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVibrant Plating:\u003c\/b\u003e While the purple color can fade during long boiling, a quick 2-minute blanch followed by an ice bath preserves the royal hue for cold salads or crudité platters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePasta Companion:\u003c\/b\u003e Chop the spears into 1-inch pieces and toss with olive oil, garlic, and orecchiette for a classic Italian preparation that highlights the vegetable's natural sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e🌱 Growing Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eContinuous Harvest:\u003c\/b\u003e The more you pick, the more it produces. Harvesting the central shoot early triggers the plant to send out an endless supply of side spears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMontreal Shoulders:\u003c\/b\u003e Like most of our brassicas, Bonarda is a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"61\"\u003ecool-weather champion\u003c\/b\u003e. It is exceptionally hardy and performs best when timed for a late spring or autumn harvest in the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"182\"\u003eQuebec\u003c\/b\u003e climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpace \u0026amp; Vigor:\u003c\/b\u003e These plants are vigorous and can grow quite large; ensure they have enough room to breathe to maximize side-shoot production throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Casa Verde","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51403908776226,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/4401\/7186\/files\/bonarda-broccoli-heirloom-culinary-seeds-hero.webp?v=1772986945","url":"https:\/\/casaverdeseeds.com\/products\/bonarda-broccoli-seeds-heirloom","provider":"Casa Verde Seed Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}