Dagan

Family: Brassicaceae Vegetable

Sweetly nutty and beautifully tender, Dagan Brussels sprouts develop a dense, velvety bite with a rich, green depth that feels almost buttery when roasted.

Each compact crown forms along a sturdy central stalk, offering uniform, harvest-ready florets that hold their flavor with confidence from garden to pan. Grow Dagan for reliable, full-season performance and a standout centerpiece of cool-weather abundance—ideal for roasting, steaming, and turning into glossy sauces or tangy pickles.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 78 DaysHabit: Upright

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 28th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 25th
Harvest Begins	Jul 12th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	78
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Upright
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	45
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	30
Harden Off (days)	6

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Dagan’s florets roast up with a buttery-feeling interior and a nutty, green sweetness that doesn’t turn bitter when you push the heat. It’s built for pan confidence—sear hard, finish hot, and let the cabbage depth play nice with fat, acid, and something salty.

Best Uses

high-heat roast until edges bronze and interiors go plush
steam then glaze with butter or browned fat for a glossy, tender crown
shave or halve and sauté for a fast, caramelizing side without toughening
quick pickle for tangy, crunchy-sweet snacking

Flavor Profile

sweetly nutty flavor dense, velvety bite rich green, cabbage-bright finish

Kitchen Pairings

bacon or pancetta brown butter garlic lemon mustard Parmesan

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease most commonly affects Brussels sprouts (Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera), and how can I control it?

Cabbage worms and other caterpillars can chew through Brussels sprout leaves and bore into the forming sprouts. Check plants 2–3 times per week and hand-pick early, then use Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) or a spinosad spray when small larvae are first seen; cover young plants with row cover until sprouts start forming to prevent egg laying. If you see yellowing with water-soaked spots or wilting, remove affected leaves and avoid overhead watering to reduce spread of common brassica fungal issues.

How often should I water Brussels sprouts during the main growing phase, and what soil moisture level should I keep?

During the main growth period toward the 78-day maturity, keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged—aim for consistent moisture at about the top 2–3 inches. Water deeply when the surface starts to dry (typically every 2–4 days in warm weather, less in cool weather), making sure the root zone is thoroughly wetted to support steady sprout formation.

How do I tell when Brussels sprouts are ready to harvest?

Start harvesting at about 78 days from planting/when heads are mature—look for firm, compact sprouts that are about marble to walnut size on the lower portion first. Harvest lower sprouts once they’re fully filled and feel tight to the touch, then continue picking upward every few days as new sprouts mature; stop when top sprouts reach similar tight firmness and color.