Marathon Hybrid Broccoli Seeds

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Marathon broccoli is a market standard variety suited for late summer or autumn crops. Marathon has uniform, semi-domed heads with a fine bead size and medium-sized stem. Large, healthy plants tolerate moderate heat.  Harvest the heads when the broccoli buds are firm and tight.  80 days to maturity after transplanting. Disease resistant variety.

How to Grow Your Marathon Hybrid Broccoli:

• Suggested Planting Depth: ¼ in in cells under lights
• May be started early under lights indoors and gently transplanted outside in approximately 4 weeks
• Suggested Planting Seasons: Spring, Late Summer, Fall
• Suggested Final Plant Spacing:  18 inches after transplanting
• Suggested Planting Configuration: Single row or solid  wide row block
• Maintain a weed-free seed bed in full sun and with adequate moisture