PHS Growing Appalachia

1. Broccoli is in the cabbage family, and its large tree like top is eaten as a vegetable. 

 

2. Broccoli was brought to the US by Italians immigrants. 

 

3. Broccoli grows best between 64-73 degrees. 

 

4.It's a cold weather crop that doesn't grow well in the summer!

 

5. High in vitamin C and dietary fibers.