🥬 Brussels Sprout 'Brigitte'

Sowing window (UK)	March to April
Minimum soil temperature	5°C at seed depth
Sowing depth	2 cm
Spacing	60 cm apart
Days to germination	7 days
Days to harvest	180 days
Sowing method	Start under cover, transplant out
Frost hardy	Yes
Sun	full-sun
Watering	moderate
Plant family	Brassicaceae

When should I sow Brussels Sprout 'Brigitte' in the UK?

In the UK, sow Brussels Sprout 'Brigitte' from March to April. It is normally started under cover and transplanted. Wait until the soil has reached 5°C at seed depth rather than going by the calendar - brussels sprout will sit and rot in cold ground.

What soil temperature does Brussels Sprout 'Brigitte' need to germinate?

Brussels Sprout 'Brigitte' needs a minimum soil temperature of 5°C at seed depth to germinate reliably. Below that, germination is slow and patchy, and seed is more likely to rot than sprout. Measure at around 5cm down, in the morning, rather than trusting air temperature.

How deep and how far apart should I sow Brussels Sprout 'Brigitte'?

For Brussels Sprout 'Brigitte', sow it 2cm deep and space plants 60cm apart.

How long does Brussels Sprout 'Brigitte' take to grow?

Brussels Sprout 'Brigitte' takes roughly 180 days from sowing to harvest. Seed usually germinates in about 7 days.

Is Brussels Sprout 'Brigitte' frost hardy?

Yes. Brussels Sprout 'Brigitte' is frost hardy and will stand through UK frosts, so it can be left out over winter in most of the country.

Sowing data cross-checked against RHS growing guides and UK seed-merchant catalogues. Soil temperatures are the minimum for reliable germination, measured at seed depth.