📘 Overview
Crop: Brussels Sprouts
Common Varieties in OK: ‘Long Island Improved’, ‘Jade Cross’, ‘Catskill’
Planting Season: Late summer for fall harvest (start seeds indoors in July, transplant in August)
Days to Maturity: 90–120 days
🎨 Trait Legend
Trait Symbol Meaning
🟩 Full sun Requires full sun exposure
🟦 Cool-season Prefers cool temps; fall crop in Oklahoma
🪴 Spacing & Soil
Row Spacing: 24–36 inches
Plant Spacing: 18–24 inches
Soil Needs: Rich, well-draining, high organic matter
pH Range: 6.5–7.0
💡 Notes:
Brussels sprouts perform best with a long, cool growing season.
Avoid heat stress; Oklahoma fall planting is ideal.
Stake taller plants to avoid lodging in wind.
Flavor improves after a light frost.