Brassica oleracea 'Jade Cross'
Brussels Sprouts
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Brussels Sprouts (Brassica oleracea 'Jade Cross') - Description
Large, blue-green, firm "sprouts" of excellent quality packed in tight rows on plants about 26 in tall. Easy to pick, starting about 95 days from the time plants are set out. Freezes well. GARDEN HINTS: At harvest time, pick bottom sprouts from stems first, remove leaves below. Sprouts may be harvested well into winter. Avoid area where any of cabbage family was grown the year before.
Brussels Sprouts (Brassica oleracea 'Jade Cross') - Growth
Brussels sprouts are cool-season biennials grown as annuals. They thrive in cool, humid climates and are able to withstand some frost. They need a long cool season to mature.
Brussels Sprouts (Brassica oleracea 'Jade Cross') - Planting
Start transplants indoors about 4-6 weeks before the last frost date. Transplant 3 weeks after this date. Before planting, work in a 2-3" layer of compost or composted manure. Make sure to leave 18" between transplants and space rows 24" apart.
Brussels Sprouts (Brassica oleracea 'Jade Cross') - Pest
The two main pests of Brussels sprouts are the cabbageworm and cabbage looper, which eat away at the leaves. Other pests are aphids, cutworms, woodchucks, and rabbits, all of which are known to attack seedlings.
Brussels Sprouts (Brassica oleracea 'Jade Cross') - Interesting facts
Brussels sprouts taste sweeter and milder if harvested after a few frosts and consumed within 2 days. Sprouts work great in casseroles or simply sauteacute;ed in olive oil or melted butter.
Brussels Sprouts (Brassica oleracea 'Jade Cross') - Soil and irrigation
Water freely during the growing season to promote vigorous growth. Provide ample water during summer heat. Enhance water retention by mulching the bed with a 2-4" layer of organic material, such as straw, pine straw, or grass clippings.
