{"product_id":"brussel-sprouts-long-island","title":"Brussel Sprouts Long Island","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"40\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"40\"\u003eBrussel Sprouts Long Island Summary:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"489\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eBrussel Sprouts Long Island\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a classic heirloom variety known for producing compact plants with tightly packed stalks of small, flavorful sprouts.  This reliable variety produces numerous firm, dark-green sprouts along the stem, offering a rich, slightly nutty flavor that improves after exposure to light frost.  Gardeners highly value it for its cold tolerance, productivity, and suitability for harvesting over an extended period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1h2u4ti\" data-start=\"496\" data-end=\"551\"\u003ePlanting Instructions for Brussel Sprouts Long Island\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"711\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"577\"\u003eGeneral Sowing Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"580\"\u003eStart seeds indoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"635\"\u003e6–8 weeks before the last frost\u003c\/strong\u003e, or sow outdoors in \u003cstrong data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"687\"\u003elate summer to early autumn\u003c\/strong\u003e for a cool-season crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"805\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"726\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"729\"\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"750\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e for best growth, although it can tolerate light shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"948\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"826\"\u003eSuitable Space:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"829\"\u003ePrefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"867\"\u003efertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e rich in organic matter with a pH between \u003cstrong data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"924\"\u003e6.0 and 7.5\u003c\/strong\u003e. Ideal for garden beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"999\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eSow Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"967\"\u003ePlant seeds about \u003cstrong data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"998\"\u003e1 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1016\"\u003eSpace plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003e45–60 cm apart\u003c\/strong\u003e in rows \u003cstrong data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1074\"\u003e75–90 cm apart\u003c\/strong\u003e to allow for strong stalk development and good airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003ePlants typically grow \u003cstrong data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003e60–90 cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e, producing multiple sprouts along the central stalk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003eSeeds usually germinate in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003e7–10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e at soil temperatures between \u003cstrong data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1344\"\u003e10°C – 22°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eDays to Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003eReady to harvest in approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1419\"\u003e90–110 days\u003c\/strong\u003e. Begin harvesting from the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003ebottom of the stalk upward\u003c\/strong\u003e once sprouts are firm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003eThrives in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003ecool temperatures (15°C – 18°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e and becomes sweeter after \u003cstrong data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003elight frosts\u003c\/strong\u003e. Avoid prolonged high heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1740\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003eWater regularly to keep soil \u003cstrong data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1701\"\u003eevenly moist\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially during sprout development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003eApply a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"1792\"\u003ebalanced fertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e at planting time and side-dress with nitrogen during growth to encourage healthy plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003ePests\/Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003eWatch for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1958\"\u003eaphids, cabbage worms, and caterpillars\u003c\/strong\u003e. Use row covers or organic treatments such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2017\"\u003eneem oil\u003c\/strong\u003e if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003eBy following these planting instructions, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2080\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003eBrussel Sprouts Long Island\u003c\/strong\u003e will produce abundant, flavorful sprouts that are excellent for roasting, steaming, or adding to winter dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seeds4You","offers":[{"title":"1 gram","offer_id":47967263719646,"sku":"VEG062","price":19.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/9894\/4990\/files\/brusselssproutscrop2_jpg_c1d5d24e-e82c-4239-aa88-242f3fbec883.png?v=1773218910","url":"https:\/\/seeds4you.co.za\/products\/brussel-sprouts-long-island","provider":"Seeds 4 You (Pty) Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}