This exciting multi-purpose broccoli variety is noted for its vigorous plant, tight dome, and small uniform beads. Maverick has mid-late maturity, performing well in warm to cool conditions in coastal California. It has a clean stem and good color.
| Bead Size | Small |
|---|---|
| Exterior Color | Green |
| Head Characteristics | Domed, Dense |
| Market Use | Multi |
| Plant Height | Medium |
The days to maturity are calculated as an average of fall harvest dates for direct seeded broccoli in Salinas, CA. Some sowing dates may result in earlier or later maturity. Overwinter production can add over 20 days to the numbers listed.
| Days to Maturity from Direct Seed | 95 |
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Broccoli has been found to have more cancer-fighting compounds than other members of the cabbage family. It is rich in glucosinolates which, once ingested, break down into these healthful cancer fighters: indoles, sulforaphane and isothiocyanates. Broccoli also provides high amounts of Vitamin C, folate and beta carotene and significant amounts of protein, calcium, iron, potassium and fiber.
