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Spring Raab

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Spring Raab

Brassica

Brassica rapa var. ruvo

  • Shade
  • Zones 5–9
  • 42 days to maturity
  • Vegetables
  • 12" spacing
  • High water
  • Annual
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  • Overview

    The most versatile broccoli raab variety for growing throughout the season - especially for spring and summer harvest, and overwintering in mild climates. Large plants mature over a 1-2 week period. Large, tender, abundant leaves borne on thin stems with delicate buds.

  • Planting

    Direct sow after last frost, or start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost and transplant

  • Growing

    Sun: shade. Water: high. Soil: Well-drained loam, rich in organic matter, slightly acidic to neutral. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Cabbage moths, flea beetles, aphids, harlequin bugs. Common diseases: Clubroot, black rot, powdery mildew.