Brussel Sprouts, Jade Cross Hybrid - 280 Mg

Brussel Sprouts, Jade Cross Hybrid is a popular variety known for its mild, cabbage-like flavor, tender texture, and adaptability to cooler seasons. This delicious vegetable thrives in the fall and winter, providing a rich and flavorful crop that becomes even sweeter after a light frost. 

Whether enjoyed fresh or frozen, these compact sprouts are a nutritious addition to your seasonal meals, offering versatility and ease of growing for gardeners of all experience levels.

Flavor and Growing Season

Jade Cross Hybrid Brussel Sprouts stand out for their mild flavor, resembling cabbage but with a more delicate and tender texture. The taste of these sprouts improves as temperatures drop, making them an ideal crop for cooler months. In most regions, Brussels sprouts are grown for a fall harvest, but in areas with mild winters, they can be planted later for winter and early spring harvests. This versatility allows gardeners in various climates to enjoy fresh Brussels sprouts well into the colder months.

Whether you’re using them in hearty winter dishes or freezing them for future meals, Jade Cross Hybrid Brussel sprouts are a tasty and nutritious option that’s easy to grow.

Planting and Growing Instructions

For an early crop, start seeds indoors in pots or flats for 6-8 weeks before transplanting them into your garden. Once seedlings are ready, set them out after the last frost, ensuring they receive full sun and have a warm, sunny location. For a later fall crop, sow seeds directly outdoors 10-12 weeks before your area's fall frost date.

When preparing the soil, loosen it with a spade or fork to encourage good root development. Fertilize with vegetable food and water thoroughly, ensuring the soil remains consistently moist. After planting, firm the soil over the seeds and continue to water regularly. Brussel sprouts thrive in rich, well-drained soil, and frequent feeding—every 4-6 weeks—will promote healthy growth and heavy production.

Key Growing Tips:

• Light Requirements: Full sun is essential for optimal growth.
• Planting Depth: Sow seeds 1/4-1/2 inch deep.
• Seed Spacing: Space plants 18-24 inches apart.
• Row Spacing: Leave 24-36 inches between rows to ensure proper airflow and reduce the risk of disease.
• Thinning: Thin seedlings to 12-18 inches apart once they reach a height of 4-6 inches.

Maintenance and Harvesting

As your Brussels sprouts develop, remove the lower leaves from the plant to encourage higher yields and allow more energy to go into producing firm, tight buds. This technique helps the plant focus on developing robust sprouts and increases overall production.

For the best flavor and texture, harvest sprouts when the buds are still tight and before any yellowing appears. This ensures a crisp, sweet taste and optimal nutritional value. The small, compact heads should be picked regularly as they mature from the bottom up, allowing the top to continue growing and producing new buds.

Ideal for Fresh and Frozen Use

Jade Cross Hybrid Brussel Sprouts are versatile and delicious, whether served fresh or frozen for later use. Their tender texture and mild flavor make them a great addition to roasted vegetable medleys, casseroles, and other hearty dishes. If you prefer to freeze your sprouts, harvest and blanch them before freezing to preserve their flavor and nutritional value for future meals.

Key Planting Information:

• Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera
• Light Requirements: Full Sun
• Planting Depth: 1/4-1/2 inch
• Seed Spacing: 18-24 inches
• Spacing Between Rows: 24-36 inches
• Thinning Height: 4-6 inches
• Space After Thinning: 12-18 inches

Final Thoughts

For gardeners looking to grow a flavorful, cold-hardy vegetable, Jade Cross Hybrid Brussel Sprouts are a top choice. Easy to grow and maintain, this variety thrives in fall and winter conditions and becomes even tastier after a light frost. By following proper planting, care, and harvesting techniques, you’ll enjoy an abundant yield of sprouts that are perfect for fresh meals or freezing for future use.

Whether you're an experienced gardener or a beginner, Jade Cross Hybrid Brussel Sprouts offer a rewarding growing experience that results in delicious, nutrient-packed produce.