Monaco
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Variety |
Cycle (days) |
Plant density/m2 |
Curd type |
Curd colour |
Curd beads |
Harvest |
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Monoco |
70 - 85 |
2.5 -3.5 |
Crown |
Dark green |
Fine |
June - end October |
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The leading S&G variety in broccoli
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A high yielding, high performance variety especially for Summer and Autumn production periods.
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Suitable for both over wintering for early production.
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Monaco produces a heavy dense head which can be easily seen during harvesting. Heads are uniform in size, of medium fine bead and have a dark green yet fresh colour.
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The floret stems exhibit a good shelf life and attractive appearance.
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Produces less stem and basal side shoot than most other standard varieties, leading to an easier and more cost effective growing and packing operation.
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Monaco is a very vigorous plant that is suitable for reduced inputs and organic production