Catskill - Brussels Sprout Seeds

Brussels sprouts are usually grown as transplants. For a fall harvest, start seed indoors about 4–6 weeks before transplanting into the garden. Optimum soil temperature for seed germination is 70–80°F. Set transplants in the garden 2–4 weeks before your average last frost date. Brussels sprouts grow best in cool weather and fertile, well-drained soil. Harvest sprouts when they are firm and about 1–2” in diameter, starting from the bottom of the stalk upward, as the lowest sprouts mature first.

Scientific name: brassica oleracea
Days to maturity: 80-100
Seed depth: 1/4-1/2"
Days to sprout: 5-10
Plant spacing: 18-24"
Row spacing: 3'
Light requirements: sunny
Plant height: 20-24"
Life cycle: annual
Frost hardy: yes