Brussels Sprouts are a good source of many essential vitamins, protein, as well as fiber. They contain numerous disease-fighting phytochemicals.
They can tolerate a wide range of soils; however a well drained spot that is high in organic matter works the best. You should wait two years before planting brussel sprouts in the same spot that other cole crops were planted. Apply one side-dress application of nitrogen when the plants are 12 inches tall and water regularly to keep the crop growing vigorously during the heat of summer.
The heads may be picked (or cut) off the stem when they are firm and about one inch in size. The lower sprouts mature first and should be harvested before the leaves turn yellow. For complete harvesting instructions, view our How to Harvest Brussels Sprouts page.
Aphids and cabbage worms are the biggest pests for your sprouts; they can be controlled with the use of our organic Diatomaceous Earth.
