Minuet

Family: Brassicaceae Brassica

Sweet, nutty-sweet sprouts emerge in tight, jewel-like clusters—Minuet’s compact heads develop with a gentle, buttery bite and a tender, fine texture that feels especially refined.

Ideal for warm-season growing, this variety matures in about 60 days, producing uniform, small-to-medium Brussels sprouts that roast up beautifully, or shine fresh in bright, crisp preparations and quick tosses for sauces. Grow Minuet for a tidy garden presence and a harvest that tastes as polished as it looks.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 60 DaysHabit: Rosette

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 18th
Harvest Begins	Jun 17th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	60
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Rosette
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	45
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	32
Harden Off (days)	6

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Minuet’s tight, refined sprouts carry a sweet, nutty core and a tender chew, so they reward heat that browns the exterior without overcooking the center. Roast them hard and hot or hit them with browned butter and lemon—this is where their delicate, jewel-like sweetness really shows.

Best Uses

high-heat roasting until edges go lacquer-brown while centers stay sweet
steam-then-sauté for fast, tender results with browned butter sauce
shaved or halved fresh for crisp tosses with bright vinaigrettes

Flavor Profile

sweet, nutty-sweet character gentle, buttery bite tender, fine texture that doesn’t get harsh when cooked well

Kitchen Pairings

browned butter balsamic vinegar garlic Parmesan lemon smoked bacon

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease is most common on Brussels sprouts (Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera), and how do I control it?

Cabbage worms (imported cabbageworm and cabbage loopers) are a frequent problem and chew holes in the leaves. Check plants 2–3 times per week and hand-pick worms when you see them; for better control, spray Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) when larvae are small, and reapply as directed on the label. Also keep the bed free of weeds (which can host pests) and remove heavily infested leaves to slow spread.

How often should I water Brussels sprouts during the main growing phase?

During active leaf and sprout development, keep the root zone consistently evenly moist—aim for about 1 inch (2–3 cm) of water per week, split into 2–3 waterings if it’s hot or windy. The soil should stay damp but not soggy; water deeply, then let the top 1 inch dry slightly before watering again to avoid problems like poor sprout set.

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

Harvest begins when the sprouts at the lower portion of the stem are firm, tight, and reach a usable size (about the size of a walnut), typically around 60 days to maturity. Pick from the bottom up, removing each sprout at peak firmness; leave the upper sprouts to continue growing. If nights are cool, sprouts generally hold quality longer, but don’t leave them too long after they loosen.