Created a great deal of interest when grown at the Scottish Horticultural Research Institute, yet it is very widely grown in Northern Italy. The 'spears' can be snapped off individually or all together. Broccoli Romanesco has a taste and texture exceeding the finest broccoli and to really appreciate the flavour it should be cooked and served individually with melted butter.
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Cauliflower Romanesco continuity collection is a wonderful mix of three great varieties. It contains 21 plants, three of each variety.
CordonTomato 'Il Pantano Romanescois a typical Italian variety producing large, flattened, ribbed fruits. The ripe beefsteak tomatoes show a slightly greener crown and have a superb meaty texture. This versatile, flavoursome variety is ideal for slicing into salads as well as using in cooked dishes. Suitable for growing as a cordon under glass or outdoors. Height: 200cm (79). Spread: 50cm (20)
Increasingly popular variety of broccoli with a very sweet taste. Remove individual spears or the whole head of broccoli at a time. Delicious eaten raw with dips, or steamed. Height: 45cm (18). Spread: 40cm (16).