Cima di Rapa Leccese 60 is a heirloom broccoli rabe or rapini variety from the South of Italy renowned for its large florets and edible leaves. When picked young, its flavor is notably sweeter and production begins around 60 days post sowing. Leaves can be harvested within 35 days to be enjoyed raw or cooked. For optimal crop yield, the flowers should be regularly cut to stimulate continuous production.
Scientific Name: Brassica rapa var rupo
Plant Life Cycle: annual to biennial
Optimal Germination Temperature: 6-22C
Germination time in days: 5-10 days
Indicative Days to maturity: 60-90 days
Sunlight: Full Sun or partial shade
Soil requirement: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil
Sowing and cultivation: Sow indoors from end February to March or Sow directly outdoors from May to October into well prepared soil in a sunny spot when temperatures reach between 6 to 22C. Sow seeds thinly into drills 1 cm deep and 38 cm apart.
