



Want to grow broccoli from seed in Pakistan’s winter? These Broccoli Seeds thrive in cool weather and produce tight, crisp green heads in just 60–80 days. Perfect for rooftop pots, garden beds, or large containers.
Whether you're adding it to your kitchen garden or growing it for fresh salads and stir-fries, this winter crop is worth the space.
Why Gardeners Choose It
- Grows best in 15–25°C cool weather
- Produces tight, green heads full of nutrition
- Works in garden beds or large 12–14 inch pots
How to Grow Broccoli from Seed
When to Sow: October to early January (ideal range 15–25°C)
Where to Grow:
- Garden beds with full sun
- Large pots or grow bags (12–14 inch depth)
Steps:
- Mix 2 parts soil + 1 part Vermicompost
- Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep in moist soil
- Germinates in 5–8 days
- Transplant when 3–4 inches tall (if starting in trays)
- Keep well-spaced for proper head formation
Fertilizer & Care
- Soil Prep: Add vermicompost during bed or pot preparation
- Every 2 Weeks: Use NPK 20-20-20 until heads begin to form
- Once Budding Starts: Switch to Potash (SOP) for tighter heads
- Pest Control: Spray Neem Oil to control aphids or caterpillars
Tips from Local Gardeners
- Broccoli needs space — don’t crowd plants
- Use light shade net if sun is too strong in early season
- Harvest heads before yellow flowers open
- After cutting the main head, small side shoots may grow
FAQs
Why does my broccoli plant form leaves but no head?
This is often caused by temperature stress, poor spacing, or overfeeding with nitrogen. Make sure plants are spaced well, avoid hot spells, and switch to potash when buds begin forming.
Do I need to soak broccoli seeds before sowing?
No. Sow them directly in moist soil at 0.5–1 cm depth. They sprout easily within a week under cool temperatures.
Can broccoli regrow after harvesting the main head?
Yes — once you cut the central head, smaller side shoots often develop and can be harvested for a few more weeks.
Why do broccoli heads open into yellow flowers quickly?
This happens when the crop matures in warm weather or isn’t harvested in time. Cut the head as soon as it looks full and tight.
Other Names: Broccoli, Green Broccoli, Calabrese, بروکلی, ہری گوبھی, Broccoli, Hari Gobhi.