{"product_id":"catskill-brussels-sprout-seeds-1g-heirloom-cool-season-crop","title":"Catskill Brussels Sprout Seeds 1g Heirloom Cool-Season Crop","description":"\u003cp\u003eCatskill Brussels sprouts are a classic heirloom variety prized for their robust, old-fashioned flavor and dependable performance in cool weather. This open-pollinated selection produces sturdy plants with a generous yield of firm, flavorful sprouts that are perfect for roasting, steaming, or adding to hearty fall and winter dishes. Catskill is a favorite among home gardeners seeking a reliable, time-tested variety that thrives when temperatures dip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're growing a backyard vegetable patch or a dedicated cool-season garden, Catskill Brussels sprouts offer a rewarding harvest. The plants develop tall stems lined with round, tightly packed sprouts that hold well in the garden and in storage. Their heirloom status makes them a great choice for seed savers and gardeners interested in traditional varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom, open-pollinated variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces firm, flavorful sprouts on tall stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest grown as a cool-season crop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for fall and winter harvests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable and productive in home gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biennial grown as annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, consistent moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-9 (as a cool-season crop)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart Catskill Brussels sprout seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or sow directly in the garden in late summer for a fall harvest. Sow seeds about 1\/4 inch deep in a sunny location with rich, well-drained soil. Keep the soil consistently moist during germination, which typically takes 7-14 days. Once seedlings have several true leaves, thin or transplant them to 18-24 inches apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrussels sprouts benefit from regular watering and a layer of mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize lightly a few weeks after transplanting. As the plants grow, you can remove lower leaves to encourage sprout development. Harvest sprouts from the bottom of the stem upward when they are firm and about 1-2 inches in diameter. A light frost can improve flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 gram of Catskill Brussels Sprout seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824823435574,"sku":"FOLIA2-1355","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6459403810_heua.jpg?v=1793004848","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/catskill-brussels-sprout-seeds-1g-heirloom-cool-season-crop","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}