Redarling Brussels Sprout

Family: Brassicaceae Brassica

Sweetly nutty and delicately cabbage-sweet, Redarling Brussels Sprout forms tight, jewel-like sprouts that feel wonderfully dense and tender in the hand.

At maturity, the heads are deep green with a clean, compact silhouette—ideal for roasting to bring out caramel notes, or for steaming and sautéing when you want a smooth, mellow bite. Grow Redarling for a long, dependable harvest window that turns your garden into a living harvest of crisp, flavorful greens.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 80 DaysHabit: Upright

Botanical illustration of Redarling Brussels Sprout

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 14th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	80
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

These tight, dense sprouts roast like little blocks of flavor—gentle sweetness first, then proper caramel on the outside without turning harsh. They take well to butter-and-lemon brightness because the acid cuts through any lingering cabbage funk and keeps the bite snappy.

Best Uses

hot-roast with high heat until the outer leaves blister and caramelize
steam-then-sauté to keep sprouts mellow and glossy
shave or halve and pan-sear for crispy edges on a sheet-pan dinner
toss with brown butter and a squeeze of lemon while still warm

Flavor Profile

sweetly nutty cabbage-sweet aroma dense, tender bite roasty caramel edges with mild bitterness

Kitchen Pairings

bacon garlic brown butter lemon black pepper Parmesan

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the most common pest or disease on Brussels sprouts (Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera) and how can I control it?

Watch for cabbage worms and loopers (often after egg-laying on the leaves) and treat early, before they skeletonize foliage and reach the brussels. Hand-pick visible caterpillars and spray with an insecticidal soap or Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt), targeting the leaf undersides; repeat every 5–7 days while you see new feeding. Keep the bed weed-free and remove yellowing lower leaves to reduce disease buildup such as black rot (a common Brassica problem).

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

During the main growth phase (roughly after plants establish until brussels begin to size), keep soil evenly moist, not soggy. In most gardens this means watering deeply about 1–2 times per week to wet the root zone; aim for consistent moisture rather than short daily sprinkling. If heads are forming but the soil dries out, brussels can loosen or develop poorly—mulch helps stabilize moisture.

How do I know when Redarling Brussels sprouts are ready to harvest?

Harvest when brussels are firm and about 1–2 inches (2–5 cm) across, starting from the bottom sprouts first—this typically occurs around 80 days from sowing. Pick individual brussels by twisting and pulling from the plant; leaves above the harvested section should remain intact. Continue harvesting every few days as new brussels size up, and expect the best flavor after a light frost (chilling boosts sweetness).