Summerset

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Summerset

Outstanding summer F1 hybrid broccoli

  • Domed-shaped heads with medium-sized beads
  • Very good heat tolerance
  • Maturity is 65-75 days

Type
Hybrid broccoli for fresh, pre-pack markets.

Maturity
Maturity is 65 - 75 days in Summer.

Plant Characteristics
SUMMERSET has a medium frame. A plant population from 32,000 - 35,000 plants/ha is recommended for the loosehead market. SUMMERSET produces very compact, dark green, smooth, uniform, dome-shaped heads with medium-sized beads.

Features & Benefits
Excellent yields can be achieved with this variety. Actual yield will vary according to plant population and growing conditions.

Variety Characteristics
The following is a guide to achieving optimal yields from this hybrid. Grower conditions vary and a soil analysis is recommended prior to planting. N: 200 - 240 kg/ha. 60 - 80 kg/ha incorporated preplant. Top dress the balance as follows: 7, 14, 21 and 28 days after transplant. P: Plant uptake is 50 - 60 kg/ha per season. Bring soil levels to 40 mg/kg and then incorporate 50 - 60 kg/ha preplant. K: The plant uses 250 kg potassium (K) per hectare per season. Bring soil levels to 130 mg/kg, then incorporate 125 kg/ha preplant and 125 kg/ha 28 days after transplant. Boron (B) and Molybdenum (Mo) - spray with 1 kg Solubor and 125 g Sodium Molybdate, plus a wetting agent in 500 liters water per hectare 14 and 28 days after transplant.