500 Seeds Catskill Brussels Sprouts Brassica oleracea Heirloom Vegetable Garden

Catskill Brussels sprouts are a classic heirloom variety known for producing sturdy stalks loaded with compact, flavorful sprouts. This cool-season crop is a favorite among home gardeners for its reliable performance and the satisfying, long harvest it provides late in the season.

The sprouts grow along a thick central stem and can be harvested from the bottom up as they mature, offering a continuous supply for the kitchen. They are excellent roasted, steamed, or sautéed and hold their shape well when cooked. This variety is well suited to fall and winter gardening in many regions.
Species: Brassica oleracea
Variety: Catskill
Type: Heirloom vegetable
Plant_Habit: Upright, stalk-forming
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, fertile, loamy
Days_to_Harvest: 90-100
Zones: 3-9
Germination: 7-14 days
Sowing: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost or direct sow in cool weather
Spacing: 18-24 inches apart
Notes: Cool-season crop; flavor often improves after light frost