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Blues · Brussels Sprout

Zone 5b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Blues to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsApr 6th
Last FrostMay 4th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 4th
Harvest BeginsJul 3rd
Harvest EndsOct 5th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 6 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity60
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitRosette
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)45
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)28
Harden Off (days)6
Expert Note: For fastest tight heads with Blues Napa, transplant into consistently cool weather and avoid nitrogen overfeeding late in development.