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Brussels Sprout 'Long Island (Improved)'

Brussels Sprout 'Long Island (Improved)'

Brussels Sprout 'Long Island (Improved)'

Product number: 181200
Origin: Europe
Latin: Brassica oleracea

In a fine collection of historical Brussels sprouts, an old American variety should not be missing. Since about 1890 and still, this “Brussels Sprouts” is a popular variety among hobbyists in the States. The taste is not too sharp, but distinctly aromatic and nutty. Noteworthy are its rather compact growth and good frost resistance.

Denominations:
Latin: Brassica oleracea
Dutch: Groene Spruitkool
Also: Spruitkool
English: Brussels Sprouts

Sowing method: From March-May, transplant at a distance of ± 50x70cm.

Sowing/planting time:

March
April
May

Harvesting time:

October
November
December

Soil type:

All soil types

Cultivation location:

Outdoors

Position:

Flower colour: Greenish yellow
Origin: Europe
Average growth height: 60 to 90 cm
Annual or perennial: Biennial
Attractive to insects: N/A
Winter hardy: Forst hardy
Ease of cultivation: Moderate

Latin: Brassica oleracea
Dutch: Green Brussels Sprouts
Also known as: Brussels sprout
English: Brussels Sprouts

A little frost gives all Brussels sprouts varieties a milder taste because starch in the sprout is converted into sugar. The sprouts can also be frozen to achieve a similar effect. They should then be blanched in boiling water for about three minutes before freezing. In this way, Mother Nature can be approximated to get that (even) milder taste.