Long Island Improved Brussels Sprouts Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Long Island Improved Brussels sprouts seeds produce compact, cool-season plants with a sturdy, upright growth habit and dense stalks. This heirloom variety is known for producing uniform, firm sprouts along the stem. It is well adapted to cooler climates and performs best in mild to cool temperatures. Long Island Improved Brussels sprouts thrive in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil and consistent moisture. Suitable for kitchen gardens, raised beds, and field cultivation, the plants establish steadily and yield over an extended harvest period.

Features

• Heirloom variety with compact, sturdy growth
• Produces uniform, firm sprouts along the stem
• Suitable for garden beds and small spaces
• Performs best in cool-season conditions
• Good yield over an extended harvest period

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera
• Common Name (US): Brussels Sprouts (Long Island Improved)
• Seed Type / Variety: Heirloom vegetable crop
• Growth Habit: Compact, upright annual plant
• USDA Zones: 3–10 (grown as annual)
• Planting Season: Late summer to early winter (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: 60–90 cm height; 45–60 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 45–60 cm between plants