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Umuthi Botanicals

Umuthi Brussel Sprouts (Long Island) Growing Seeds

Umuthi Brussel Sprouts (Long Island) Growing Seeds

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Size: 200 Seeds
INCI: Brassica Oleracea Seed

Umuthi Brussel Sprouts (Long Island) Growing Seeds produce sturdy, compact plants that set tight, flavourful sprouts along tall stalks. This classic heirloom crop is best grown in cool weather and develops a sweeter flavour after a light frost. It suits full sun, rich well-draining soil, and steady moisture for firm, well-formed heads. The harvested sprouts are excellent roasted, sautéed, steamed, or added to tray bakes, stir-fries, and warm salads.

♡ Why we love it: Long Island is a reliable heirloom for patient gardeners who enjoy cool-season crops. The sprouts are compact, flavourful, and especially rewarding after cooler weather brings out their sweetness.

  • Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea
  • Variety: Long Island
  • Seed Type: Growing seed for cultivation
  • Crop Type: Cool-season vegetable crop
  • Position: Full sun
  • Soil Preference: Rich, well-draining soil with added compost
  • Germination: 7-14 days in suitable temperatures
  • Harvest: 90-120 days when heads are firm
  • Country Of Origin: Varies by batch
  • Suitable For: Home gardens, cool-season beds, roasting, sautéing, steaming, tray bakes, stir-fries, and warm salads
  • Growing Brussels sprouts at home
  • Producing cool-season harvests on tall stalks
  • Roasting, sautéing, or steaming as everyday sides
  • Adding to tray bakes, stir-fries, and warm salads
  • Growing a reliable heirloom vegetable variety

    This Product Is For:

  • Home vegetable gardeners
  • Cool-season crop growers
  • Gardeners with full sun and rich soil
  • Cooks who enjoy fresh Brussels sprouts

    • This Product Is Not For:

  • Sprouting for immediate food use
  • Customers wanting ready-to-eat Brussels sprouts
  • Hot-season planting where cool-weather crops struggle
  • Shaded or poorly drained garden spaces
  • Sow in cool weather, from late winter to spring, or late summer for autumn crops.
  • Sow seeds about 1 cm deep.
  • Space plants 60-90 cm apart, or transplant to this spacing once seedlings are established.
  • Grow in full sun with rich, well-draining soil and added compost.
  • Water regularly and consistently, avoiding waterlogging.
  • Stake plants if conditions are windy.
  • Remove yellowing lower leaves and feed lightly through the season.
  • Harvest from the bottom up once heads are firm and sized up.
  • Processing Tip: A light frost can improve sweetness.
  • Seed for cultivation, not for consumption
  • Wash hands after handling soil and plants
  • Keep out of reach of children and pets
  • Store seeds in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight
  • Reseal after opening

Q: When are Long Island Brussels sprouts ready to harvest?
A: They are usually ready in about 90-120 days, once the heads are firm.

Q: Why are Brussels sprouts often grown in cooler weather?
A: The source notes that they are best in cool weather and can develop a sweeter flavour after a light frost.

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