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Although many references suggest April and May starting dates, here on the Coast we prefer to start most Brussels sprouts in early June. Transplant to the garden by mid-August so the plants are in the ground for 45-60 days before the first hard frost.
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Preparing the Soil |
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Mix 1/4 cup of complete organic fertilizer (p.81) under each transplant. High nitrogen levels result in loose sprouts with internal browning, so do not fertilize after mid-summer. Cool temperatures during sprout development are important for compact, quality sprouts.
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Latin |
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Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera
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