vegetable variety in zone 7a
Waltham 29 broccoli in zone 7a
Waltham 29 · Brassica oleracea var. italica
- Zone
- 7a 0°F to 5°F
- Growing season
- 210 days
- Days to harvest
- 60 to 90
The verdict
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About Waltham 29
Sweet, tight-headed, classic flavor; cold-hardy fall variety. Roasting, steaming, freezing. Best for fall/overwintering plantings, holds in field through light frost.
Critical timing for zone 7a
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Common challenges in zone 7a
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
- ▸ Brown rot
- ▸ Fire blight
- ▸ High humidity disease pressure
Modified care for zone 7a
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Waltham 29 in adjacent zones
Other broccoli varieties for zone 7a
- Calabrese
Sweet, tender, deep flavor; classic green-headed Italian broccoli. Steaming, roasting, fresh, side shoots afte…
- Di Cicco
Sweet, mild, tender; Italian heirloom with smaller central head and prolific side shoots. Steaming, fresh, sti…
- Purple Sprouting
Sweet, asparagus-like, tender; produces many small purple-tinged shoots through winter or early spring. Steame…
Frequently asked questions
- Will Waltham 29 broccoli grow in zone 7a?
Yes. Waltham 29 is recommended for USDA zones 3a through 7a, which includes zone 7a.
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Image: "Brassica oleracea var. italica Limba 2022-04-24 7316", by Salicyna, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.
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