Brussel Sprout Plants - Brussel Sprouts 'Nautic'

The Brassica genus is comprised of thirty or more biennials, flowering annuals, and biennial sub-shrubs. This group is
cultivated mainly for its edible heads and sprouts, but is also grown ornamentally for its colorful leaf forms(ornamental
kale).

Brussel Sprouts(B. oleracea var. gemmifera) - A unique species of the cabbage family, this biennial produces numerous
tiny cabbage head formations(sprouts), that are tasty in many dishes and raw. Grown for centuries and highly
nutritious.

GROWING TIPS
Plant in full sun to partial shade in a rich well-drained soil. The ideal pH range is 6.7-7.2 for optimum growth and
sprout production. Brussel Sprouts prefer cooler temperatures and tolerate frost, which actually makes them tastier.
Rotate planting spots yearly to help eliminate disease and pest problems. This rotation applies to every member of the
cabbage family. During the growing season make sure to check for pest infestations. A few brussel sprout preying
insects include Japanese beetles, cabbage loopers, slugs, and harlequin bugs. Deal with pests by either hand picking, or
spraying an Organic Rated pesticide. Harvest In Fall For Best Flavor.

Our Brussel Sprout Plants
Our Brussel sprout plants are slow grown in greenhouses to insure a nice strong stature(thick leaves, stems,
and uniformity). Upon shipping they are freshly dug and banded in groups of ten or twenty-five. Then
bundles are placed in a small plastic bag with freshly sterilized soil covering the roots. The soil keeps
constant moisture on the roots to maintain healthy plants during shipping.
Shipping Window: March 1, 2008 - July 16, 2008
*All orders shipping after July 16, 2007 require a month of prior notice before plants ship.