Broccoli is a little tricky. Hot temperatures can make broccoli bolt and grow yellow flowers instead of broccoli heads. Basically you have to pick it when the buds of the head are firm and tight before the heads flower. Cut the stalk of the main head at a slant 5 to 8 inches below the head. Most varieties have side shoots that will continue to develop after the main head is harvested. You can harvest from one plant for several weeks; even from spring to fall as long as your summer is not too hot.
Broccoli can be stored in the refrigerator for up to five days. If you wash it first make sure it is thoroughly dry. I only planted two plants but if you have more and can't eat it all right away broccoli can also be blanched and frozen for up to one year.
I am not entirely sure which variety of broccoli I planted but they are definitely different. I bought them from my dad's green house. I harvested them yesterday and I think I could have done so a week ago.
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