Sowing and growing Brussels sprouts

There is almost no more beautiful plant than the Brussels sprout plant? That’s why sowing Brussels sprouts is so much fun! Here we explain to you briefly and clearly how and when it is best to sow sprout seeds in your vegetable garden.

Brussels sprouts, what are they?

The cruciferous vegetable family, which also includes broccoli, cauliflower and several types of cabbage, also has Brussels sprouts as one of its most prominent members. They are usually 1.5 to 2.5 cm in diameter and grow in small clusters on tall stems. They are spherical and green in color and are often described as nutty or earthy tasting. They are a fantastic source of fiber and are rich in vitamins and minerals.Brussels sprouts are often served as a side dish and can be cooked in a variety of ways, including roasting, sautéing and steaming.

Sowing Brussels sprouts: how to do it?

Brussels sprouts can grow in well in your vegetable garden, you just need to know exactly how to do it. For example, you can sow Brussels sprouts directly in your vegetable garden, but you can also pre-sow them indoors first. If you pre-sow them indoors, simply do so indoors in a cool room or space starting at 15 degrees. Much warmer is not necessary. But below we will show you in short steps how to sow sprouts directly in your vegetable garden.

Sowing leeks in brief

In brief:

Choose a location where the sprouts will be in full sun.
Prepare your soil by adding additional fertilizer.
Sow sprout seeds (or transplant them if pre-sown indoors) in your seedbed or greenhouse starting in February.
Water the seedlings regularly so that it stays moist, but not too wet.
Provide good plant nutrition.
Support the plants as they grow; they need this to stay upright.
You can harvest them when they are about 2.5 centimeters across and deep green in color. Start harvesting low on the stem and work your way up. Brussels sprouts often take 3 to 4 months to ripen.

TIP: Brussels sprouts require a lot from your soil. So keep the soil consistently moist and and feed regularly as indicated on your plant food label.