A hybrid summer broccoli
- Domed shaped heads
- Very good heat tolerance
- Small-medium size beads
- Maturity is 70-80 days in summer
Type
Hybrid broccoli for fresh, pre-pack and process market
Maturity
GONGGA takes approximately 70-80 days from transplant to maturity
Plant Characteristics
GONGGA has a large frame. The loose head market recommends a population of 32,000 - 35,000 plants/ha. GONGGA produces very compact, dark green, smooth, uniform, dome shaped heads with medium sized beads.
Variety Characteristics
Excellent yields can be achieved with this variety. Actual yield will vary according to plant population and growing conditions.
Features & Benefits
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 Solebar and 125 g Sodium Molybdate, plus a wetting agent in 500 liters water per hectare 14 and 28 days after transplant.