If you leave the broccoli on the plant too long it will began to blossom into yellow flowers. By this point, the heads are rather "loose" and the flavor becomes bitter... so be sure to harvest while the heads are still somewhat tight. After harvesting the head, your plant will continue to produce (much smaller) side shoots, that can be harvested and eaten when ready.
Garden.... to plate. Yum!
February is also part of the "on-going harvest" time for the rest of the garden. We have a traditional Hot-Pot meal that we do with the kids as a Valentine's Day celebration. It was actually a tradition that my husband started... he even came up with the recipe on his own! Everyone gets to help cook the harvest (along with some meat and noodles) at the table in a simmering chinese hot pot. The kids really enjoy it and the food is delicious!
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