Broccolini Seeds – Rapini

Grow tender, flavorful greens with Rapini Broccolini Seeds (Heirloom), a traditional cool-season vegetable prized for its leafy stems, small florets, and rich, savory taste. Known for its fast growth and reliable performance, Rapini thrives in mild weather and fertile, well-drained soil—perfect for spring and fall planting in raised beds, containers, and home gardens.

As a non-GMO heirloom variety with high germination, Rapini Broccolini produces abundant leafy shoots that continue to sprout after the first harvest, offering extended picking throughout the season. Its quick maturity and hardy growth make it a favorite choice for gardeners who enjoy fresh, nutritious greens.

Features

• Produces leafy stems with small broccoli-like florets

• Fast-growing cool-season heirloom variety

• Non-GMO seeds with high germination

• Great for raised beds, containers, and garden rows

• Multiple harvests possible due to continuous side shoots

Specifications

• Common Name: Rapini / Broccolini / Broccoli Rabe

• Botanical Name: Brassica rapa (Ruvo Group)

• Variety: Rapini (Heirloom)

• Color: Green leaves with small green florets

• Plant Type: Cool-season annual

• Planting Season: Early Spring or Fall

  • Zones 3–4: Start indoors Feb–Mar; transplant Apr–May

  • Zones 5–6: Sow or transplant Mar–Apr or Aug

  • Zones 7–8: Sow Feb–Mar or Sept

  • Zones 9–10: Sow Jan–Feb or Oct–Nov

• Growing Zones: Suitable for Zones 3–10

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Requirement: Fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost

• Germination Time: 5–10 days

• Days to Maturity: 40–60 days

• Plant Height: 12–24 inches

• Growth Habit: Upright leafy stems with small florets