For broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, cabbage, collards, kohlrabi, and kale.
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- Step 1: This transplant’s roots are strong enough for planting.
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- Step 2: Removing lower leaves allows you to plant a little deeper for a stronger start.
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- Step 3: See how some of the stem is below the soil level.
Step 1
Slip the plant from its plastic cup or pack by turning the vessel upside down and gently prodding, not pulling, the plant out so as not to break the stem away from the tender roots. If your plants are in Bonnie peat pots (not pictured here), they are ready to set into the ground, pot and all.
Step 2
Pinch the lower leaves from the stem to prepare for deep planting.
Step 3
Dig a hole so that the transplant goes deeply into the ground; about half the stem will be buried, but don’t worry if you are not exact. If your plant is in a peat pot, just be sure that the rim of the pot is completely buried; if a peat pot rim is exposed, it wicks moisture away from the roots.
Step 4
After planting, mulch around but not up to the stem. Continue caring for the plant as outlined in our directions.
