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Darkmar 21 · Brussels Sprouts

Zone 2a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Darkmar 21 to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsApr 27th
Last FrostMay 25th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 18th
Harvest BeginsAug 11th
Harvest EndsAug 29th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 30°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 6 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity85
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)45
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)30
Harden Off (days)6
Expert Note: For the sweetest sprouts, keep plants growing steadily and let light frosts do the flavor work—avoid heat waves and sudden drought stress.