Brussel Sprout Long Island Improved

Description

Brussel Sprout Long Island Improved

Brussel Sprout ‘Long Island Improved’ (semi-dwarf) – A very vigorous, self-supporting semi-dwarf type that has vase-like growth and produces a bountiful supply of round, sweet sprouts on strong stems. These are compact, which grow around 24 inches tall and have leaves close together adding to its firm stature. This variety provides ample small 1-inch sprouts for an extended season, perfect when searching containers to harvest over a long period. Long Island Improved has great-tasting, sweet flavored sprouts that have a firm texture perfect for fresh eating or freezing. It is a cool climate merlot that grows best in fertile, well-drained soil with enough sun exposure. A worm-friendly crop that forms a classic winter side, good for making your Brussels sprouts success last throughout autumn and into the cold months beyond.

Cultivation Advice Brussel Sprout Long Island Improved

• To start seeds early in the growing season, begin indoors as soon as spring begins.
• Alternatively, sow seeds in the ground directly outdoors after last frost of Spring.
• Place seed on top of 1/8 inch fine soil.
• Sow seeds directly outdoors or start indoors by midsummer for a later fall-winter crop.
• During Germination: Soil should be kept slightly moist.
• When seedlings are 2 inches tall indoors, thin to 4-6″ apart or transplant into individual pots.
• Harden off and transplant seedlings when danger of heavy frost has passed.
• Plant your plants 18 to 24 inches apart in rows which are 2 -3 ‘apart or depending upon the amount of garden area you have.
• Brussels Sprouts require a very sunny position with pretty rich well drained solid soil.
• Remove sprouts from base of plant as heads mature.
• Grow in a part of the garden where you did not plant members of the cabbage family last year.