500 Hestia Brussels Sprouts Seeds – Sweet, Cold-Hardy, High-Yield Variety

Hestia Brussels sprouts are a favorite among gardeners for their sweet, nutty flavor and reliable, high yields. This cold-hardy variety produces sturdy stalks loaded with firm, medium-sized sprouts that hold well in the garden and in storage. The plants grow vigorously and develop uniform sprouts that are easy to harvest, making them a great choice for both home gardeners and market growers.

Perfect for fall and winter harvests, Hestia Brussels sprouts thrive in cool weather and actually improve in flavor after a light frost. They are an excellent source of vitamins and add a delicious, homegrown touch to roasted dishes, stir-fries, and salads. With their compact growth habit and dependable performance, these seeds are a smart addition to any vegetable garden.

Plant Features

• Sweet, nutty flavor that intensifies after frost
• High-yielding plants with firm, medium-sized sprouts
• Cold-hardy and vigorous growth habit
• Excellent for fall and winter harvests
• Reliable and uniform production

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera
• Plant Type: Biennial grown as annual
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
• Growth Habit: Upright, stalk-forming
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-9 (as a cool-season crop)
• Bloom Season: Not grown for blooms; harvest in fall to winter
• Mature Height: 24-36 inches
• Germination Requirements: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep at 65-75°F (18-24°C); germination in 7-14 days
• Spacing: 18-24 inches apart

Planting & Care

Start Hestia Brussels sprouts seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date, or direct sow in early summer for a fall harvest. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged. Once seedlings have 2-3 true leaves, transplant them outdoors after hardening off, spacing plants 18-24 inches apart in rows 24-36 inches apart. Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil and incorporate compost before planting.

Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during dry spells. Mulch around plants to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize with a balanced vegetable fertilizer according to package instructions. As sprouts begin to form, remove lower leaves to encourage stalk development. Harvest sprouts from the bottom of the stalk upward when they are firm and about 1-2 inches in diameter. For best flavor, wait until after a light frost to harvest.

What's Included

500 Hestia Brussels Sprouts Seeds