Brussel Sprout Seeds Views

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Brussels sprouts require a long growing season, but they don't like the heat of summer. While they will grow during warmer months, they won't develop the tight, compact heads that you desire. Brussels sprouts will give you peak performance if you grow them during cool weather, and they won't mind some light frost when fruits begin to mature. The best time to start your seeds is early June, or about four months prior to the first predicted frost for your area.

Choose a fertile, well-draining spot in full sun for growing Brussels sprouts. Cultivate the soil to a depth of 3 or 4 inches, and amend it with 2 inches of organic compost or well rotted manure in early May. This will enrich the soil and give it a chance to settle and develop some firmness by the time you're ready to plant your seeds. The ideal soil pH is between 6.5 and 7.0; amend as needed.

Start the Brussels sprout seeds indoors four to five weeks before you want to plant them outside. Fill the seed trays with potting soil and plant the Brussels sprout seeds in the trays, one or two seeds per tray. Plant the seeds cfrac12; to .frac14; inch deep. Keep the seed trays moist. Place the seed trays under grow lights or near a brightly lit window.

Cook brussels sprouts in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Drain. Place in bowl of ice water to cool. Drain and cut in half. (Mustard seeds and brussels sprouts can be made 1 day ahead. Store mustard seeds at room temperature. Wrap brussels sprouts in paper towels; cover and chill.)

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