This happens when unfavorable conditions such as warm temperatures, over-fertilizing or under-watering occur causing the plant to attempt to reproduce by making seeds. Unfortunately, once the plant has bolted the leaves will turn bitter and inedible.
May 29, 2019
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Broccoli plants may bolt or button if the seedlings are pot-bound or too mature at planting time. 1) Planting over-mature seedlings can cause broccoli to flower.
Nov 15, 2022 · Contrary to popular belief, hot weather will not cause bolting broccoli. What actually causes bolting broccoli is hot soil. Tips for Growing ...
Remember that bolting is caused by stress of some kind, which encourages the plants to rush ...
Jun 22, 2022 · Bolting is the broccoli plant's response to stress – it is attempting to quickly produce seeds before dying. Not only does hot weather cause ...
Jun 23, 2023 · Bolting is caused by day length and maturity. The plant has realized it is time to think of the next generation and set seeds.
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Mar 13, 2015 · Yes, that crop is finished. Broccoli doesn't regrow well from an early bolt. It's still edible (if you like the buds that size), ...
Jun 9, 2019 · Hot soil causes them to bolt, so it is good to put heavy mulch on the root area. Excess nitrogen can cause loose heads also. I had zero success ...
