Description
Long Island Improved is an heirloom Brussels sprouts from the 1890s, growing as a semi-dwarf plant to 2 feet with 50-100 firm 1-2 inch sprouts per stalk.
Plant 1/4 inch deep. Emerges in 3-10 days at 65-85°F. Sow indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost or outside around last frost, thin to 18-24 inches apart, and pick from the bottom up when sprouts reach 1 inch.
Features
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Heirloom variety from the 1890s
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Semi-dwarf habit to 2 feet tall
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Sprouts sweeten after a few frosts
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Seed count: 100 seeds
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Germination: 3-10 days
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Sowing depth: 1/4 inch deep
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Packet plants: 20-25 foot single row
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Plant spacing: 18-24 inches apart
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Botanical name: Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera
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Seller: Seed & Bulb
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VerifiedStalks filled in well, tasted better once it got cold.















