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Botanical Interests

Long Island Improved

Brussels Sprouts

Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera

HeirloomNon-GMOUntreated
Size: 1 gram

About (From this Label)

Grown since the 1890s, and still the most popular variety planted today. These tasty, and surprisingly versatile gems are in high demand at restaurants!

About the Plant

Life Cycle
Biennial
Harvest year 1, seeds year 2
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Hardy
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Origin
United States
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Germination
5–10 days
at 40 °F
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Days to Maturity
85–110 days

How to Plant

Planting Depth
1/4 in
Seed Spacing
4 in
Row Spacing
2 ft
Thin To
2 ft
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Optimal Soil Temp
60–85 °F
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Soil Temp
40 °F
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Air Temp
10 °F

Packet

Size
1 gram
Net Weight
1 g

Planting and Care Instructions (From this Label)

Give them plenty of water, nutrients, and time to grow before they begin forming sprouts. Covering plants with row covers after sowing/transplanting will help exclude pests. You can leave plants in the garden into the winter, as they are hardy to 10°F; frost actually improves the flavor. When to sow outside: 4 months before your average first fall frost date, when soil temperature is at least 40°F. When to start inside: RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting outside, about 4 months before your average first fall frost date so sprouts mature in cool weather. In mild climates, sow in fall for harvest in late winter and early spring. This packet sows up to 95 feet.

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