KIDS TRIVIA

Detailed explanation-1: -Broccoli seeds are capable of germinating in soil temperatures as low as 40°F (4°C), but warmer soil is preferred and will greatly speed up development. For spring plantings, broccoli may be started indoors or outdoors a few weeks ahead of your last spring frost date.

Detailed explanation-2: -Because broccoli is an active flower, it can be pollinated. Brassica family members have both male and female flower parts in close proximity to each other on the plant, but chemicals produced by the plant make it self-incompatible.

Detailed explanation-3: -broccoli, Brassica oleracea, variety italica, form of cabbage, of the mustard family (Brassicaceae), grown for its edible flower buds and stalk.