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Brussels sprout seeds produce cool-season annual plants with an upright, sturdy growth habit and thick central stems lined with compact buds. These plants are well adapted to mild and cool climates and develop best under moderate temperatures. Brussels sprouts perform well in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil and consistent moisture. Suitable for kitchen gardens, raised beds, and open cultivation, they establish steadily and produce edible buds along the stem during the growing season.
Features
- Cool-season vegetable with upright growth
- Produces compact buds along the stem
- Suitable for garden beds and kitchen gardens
- Prefers fertile, well-drained soil
- Performs best in full sun
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera
- Common Name (US): Brussels Sprouts
- Seed Type / Variety: Cool-season vegetable crop
- Growth Habit: Upright annual plant
- USDA Zones: 3–10 (grown as annual)
- Planting Season: Late summer to early winter (for best results in warm regions)
- Growing Season: Winter to early spring
- Sowing Season: August to October (ideal in India)
- Germination Time and Conditions: 5–10 days at 15–22°C with moist soil
- Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
- Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
- Mature Plant Size: 60–100 cm height; 45–60 cm spread
- Plant Spacing: 45–60 cm between plants
