Brussels Sprouts

**Durgan** · 10-04-2009, 11:45 AM

Brussels Sprouts
http://www.durgan.org/URL/?MUNSA 4 October 2009 Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts are producing well. There is some insect damage on the outer layers of the sprouts, but no worms inside. Cutting the stem of the individual sprout easily removes the outer damaged layers. These plants will produce well into the frost period. some say the flavor is enhanced after a deep frost, but I see no difference. A few plants produce a great quantity of sprouts. The growing period is long, about six months plus. The sprouts can be picked as needed throughout the growing period.

**Luckybustert** · 10-05-2009, 11:26 PM

How wonderful for you! My hubby and I just LOVE brussels sprouts. Are they difficult to grow?

**Laurie in Bradenton** · 10-06-2009, 08:19 AM

We love brussel sprouts unfortunatly they don't grow well here in S. Fla. too warm. We have them steamed. Even my kids ask for them when we see them in the green market.

Laurie in Bradenton

**quiltingmommy** · 10-06-2009, 09:36 AM

my brussels sprouts plants did horribly this year. the leaves look like swiss cheese. It's too bad...I absolutely love roasted brussels sprouts.

**Durgan** · 10-06-2009, 10:16 AM

Originally Posted by Luckybustert

How wonderful for you! My hubby and I just LOVE brussels sprouts. Are they difficult to grow?

Brussels sprouts grow well in my area. They like cold weather. Mine are planted outdoors in April in Zone 5. The grow well into October. The seedlings are started in February or purchased as small plants. The plants require little care. Bugs have to be kept at bay by using various nostrums.