Deirdre's Garden Diary

:: Brussels Sprouts ::

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:: 03.25.06 ::

Something New

The brussels sprouts are really starting to get big! They are very leafy and compact, and look a lot like I expected the cabbage to look. I haven't noticed any small sprouts forming on the stems yet, but hopefully soon.

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Brussels Sprouts

:: Blooms ::

Cool weather Vegetable

:: Sun ::

Full Sun

:: Water & Soil ::

Sandy loam.
Well draining,
moist soil.

:: Location ::
South raised beds.

:: Propagation ::

February 2006 (nursery starts)

:: Characteristics ::
Small heads form along the main stem.