Imperial is a Brassica oleracea F1 hybrid for mid to late summer harvest. Plants perform with long day length and moderate heat.
Sow indoors or outdoors in spring, or in midsummer for fall crops, and grow in fertile soil with even moisture. Cut tight heads before buds open to extend side-shoot production.
Features
Performs in moderate heat with long days
Domed dark green heads with small beads
Excellent post-harvest shelf life
Handles heat stress well
Soil: Fertile, rich in organic matter
Spacing: 12-18 in apart
Maturity: 70 days
Moisture: Adequate, even moisture; mulching helps
Seed count: 30 seeds
Germination: 3-10 days
Sow outdoors: Spring at 55 F soil and midsummer for fall
