HT Brussels Sprouts Roodnerf Seeds 2g – Traditional Open-Pollinated Variety

Brussels Sprouts Roodnerf Seeds 2g

Overview

Brussels Sprouts Roodnerf is a traditional open-pollinated variety producing sturdy plants with plump, medium-sized green sprouts. The variety is well suited to sandy, sandy-loam and other reasonably light soils.

Roodnerf develops over a long growing season, providing fresh Brussels sprouts from autumn into winter. The flavour becomes sweeter and more rounded after the plants have experienced several light frosts, making it an excellent vegetable for late-season and Christmas harvesting.

Key Features

• Traditional open-pollinated Brussels sprout variety.
• Produces firm, plump, medium-sized green sprouts.
• Dependable autumn and winter vegetable.
• Flavour improves after exposure to light frost.
• Particularly suitable for sandy and sandy-loam soils.
• Sturdy plants with an extended growing season.
• Excellent for steaming, roasting, sautéing and winter meals.
• Suitable for vegetable gardens, allotments and raised beds.

Sowing Instructions

• Sow outdoors in a prepared seedbed from mid-April to mid-May.
• Sow thinly approximately 1cm deep in rows.
• Keep the seedbed evenly moist while the seeds germinate.
• Thin seedlings if they become overcrowded.
• Transplant seedlings to their permanent growing positions after approximately five to six weeks.
• Plant firmly, allowing approximately 50–60cm between plants and 60–75cm between rows.
• Water thoroughly immediately after transplanting.

Growing Conditions and Care

Choose a sunny or lightly shaded position with fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil. Brussels sprouts grow best in firm ground, as loose soil may result in unstable plants and poorly formed sprouts.

Prepare the growing area in advance by incorporating well-rotted compost or manure. Firm the soil before planting and avoid freshly cultivated, excessively loose ground.

Water consistently during prolonged dry weather and apply mulch around the plants to conserve moisture. Protect young seedlings from slugs, snails, pigeons and cabbage root fly where necessary.

As the plants grow, firm the soil around their bases and provide support in exposed locations. Remove yellowing lower leaves to improve airflow around the developing sprouts.

Harvesting and Use

Begin harvesting mature sprouts from the bottom of the stem, working upwards as the remaining sprouts develop. Pick them when they are firm, tightly closed and an appropriate size for use.

Roodnerf sprouts can be harvested from autumn into winter. Their flavour generally becomes sweeter after several light frosts.

Enjoy freshly harvested Brussels sprouts steamed, boiled, roasted or sautéed. They are excellent served with winter dinners or added to gratins, stir-fries and seasonal vegetable dishes.

Product Details

• Botanical name: Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera
• Variety: Roodnerf
• Plant type: Annual vegetable crop
• Pollination: Open-pollinated
• Sowing period: Mid-April to mid-May
• Transplanting: Approximately 5–6 weeks after sowing
• Harvesting period: Autumn–winter
• Position: Full sun or light shade
• Soil: Fertile, firm and well drained
• Plant spacing: Approximately 50–60cm
• Row spacing: Approximately 60–75cm
• Suitable for: Vegetable gardens, allotments and raised beds
• Pack size: Approximately 2g
• Product code: 12335

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