How Do You Know When Purple Sprouting Broccoli Is Ready

Harvest when the flower shoots are well developed but before the flowers have actually opened. Cut the central spear with a sharp knife first as this encourages the side shoots to develop quickly. Regular picking of the sideshoots will extend the cropping time.

What do broccoli sprouts look like when ready?

After about 24 hours of being in the sprouting vessel, you’ll see that the sprouts will start to form, although they will be more yellow than green until you reach the last step.

Can you eat the large leaves of purple sprouting broccoli?

The leaves are edible – only remove any tougher or wilting ones. Give them a rinse. Steam or boil in a little water for 5-7 minutes until tender.