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Brussel Sprouts grow well in SFG system???
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Brussel Sprouts grow well in SFG system???
Hi
Could anyone tell me if the vegetable 'Brussel Sprouts' grows well in the SFG system. The reason I ask is that I usually firmed the soil (taken from a gardening book a number of years ago) to the extent that it was difficult to plant the brussel sprouts, the reason for this was to ensure firm sprouts, never had any trouble with 'blow sprouts'.
Could anyone tell me if the vegetable 'Brussel Sprouts' grows well in the SFG system. The reason I ask is that I usually firmed the soil (taken from a gardening book a number of years ago) to the extent that it was difficult to plant the brussel sprouts, the reason for this was to ensure firm sprouts, never had any trouble with 'blow sprouts'.
Charles- Posts : 8
Join date : 2010-09-18
Location : Meltham Holmfirth West Yorkshire UK
Re: Brussel Sprouts grow well in SFG system???
Here are a is a thread where folks have been successful with brussel sprouts in the SFG, they will be in 4-6 squares of my garden this spring.
https://squarefoot.forumotion.com/general-sfg-talk-f5/bs-is-for-brussel-sprouts-t3578.htm?highlight=brussel
I know Boffer had some photos of his in a thread somewhere...but I cannot seem to find it.
The word in the forum is that they seem to work just fine in a SFG.
https://squarefoot.forumotion.com/general-sfg-talk-f5/bs-is-for-brussel-sprouts-t3578.htm?highlight=brussel
I know Boffer had some photos of his in a thread somewhere...but I cannot seem to find it.
The word in the forum is that they seem to work just fine in a SFG.
middlemamma-
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Join date : 2010-04-25
Age : 46
Location : Idaho Panhandle
Re: Brussel Sprouts grow well in SFG system???
My Brussels Sprouts have been quite happy in my SFG! Much to my delight!
You can see photos of them in this thread
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You can see photos of them in this thread
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Re: Brussel Sprouts grow well in SFG system???
I planted Brussel sprouts last year in my SFG bed. They did very well and the only reason I didn't plant them this year is because we learned that we don't care for them in my family.
You pick them from the bottom up.
These are mine in Oct last year. They can keep growing even in the colder weather.
You pick them from the bottom up.
These are mine in Oct last year. They can keep growing even in the colder weather.
quiltbea- Posts : 4712
Join date : 2010-03-21
Age : 81
Location : Southwestern Maine Zone 5A
Re: Brussel Sprouts grow well in SFG system???
I know everything taste much better out of your own garden ....... but I hate brussel sprouts (from the store) because of the taste/texture.
I see a lot of peeps growing them though & I'm kinda wondering if I would like them if I grew them??
Are they a LOT tastier out of the garden (like tomatoes & carrots are)?
I see a lot of peeps growing them though & I'm kinda wondering if I would like them if I grew them??
Are they a LOT tastier out of the garden (like tomatoes & carrots are)?
acara- Posts : 1012
Join date : 2010-08-27
Age : 54
Location : Wesley Chapel, Florida (Zone 9)
Re: Brussel Sprouts grow well in SFG system???
YES and just like carrots, even sweeter after a few good frosts.
Re: Brussel Sprouts grow well in SFG system???
My basic Brussels Sprouts recipe which leaves no sulfur taste or mushiness:
Brussels Sprouts trimmed of outer leaves, halved or quartered
rinse in cold water & drain
in a hot skillet cook some bacon, 2 or 3 slices or pancetta chopped
add a bit of olive oil then saute 1/4 cup diced or thinly sliced onion
on medium heat, pour Brussels sprouts into skilled and pan roast them, you can cover or not, until light brown and tender. (I am looking for light caramelizing).
add tsp lemon zest, maybe a little bit of lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste.
Before serving, add small amount of balsamic vinegar. you may add a bit of fresh grated parmesan to the top.
Il più squisito
you can also oven roast them.
Brussels Sprouts trimmed of outer leaves, halved or quartered
rinse in cold water & drain
in a hot skillet cook some bacon, 2 or 3 slices or pancetta chopped
add a bit of olive oil then saute 1/4 cup diced or thinly sliced onion
on medium heat, pour Brussels sprouts into skilled and pan roast them, you can cover or not, until light brown and tender. (I am looking for light caramelizing).
add tsp lemon zest, maybe a little bit of lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste.
Before serving, add small amount of balsamic vinegar. you may add a bit of fresh grated parmesan to the top.
Il più squisito
you can also oven roast them.
Brussel Sprouts grow well in SFG system???
Hi
Many to all, will be growing Brussel Sprouts in the SFG system next year. I never eat the sprouts until the frost as 'nipped' them, same with Parsnip its does alter the flavour to a more sweet taste :!:. I wiil still firm the soil to prevent loose, open sprouts.
Again many
Many to all, will be growing Brussel Sprouts in the SFG system next year. I never eat the sprouts until the frost as 'nipped' them, same with Parsnip its does alter the flavour to a more sweet taste :!:. I wiil still firm the soil to prevent loose, open sprouts.
Again many
Charles- Posts : 8
Join date : 2010-09-18
Location : Meltham Holmfirth West Yorkshire UK
Re: Brussel Sprouts grow well in SFG system???
I am having a few 'blown sprouts' at the very bottom of my stalks, but I am pleased with the rest of them. It is almost time to eat them! :
Re: Brussel Sprouts grow well in SFG system???
Welcome to the forum, Charles, and good luck with your Brussels Sprouts!
"Brussel Sprouts grow well in SFG system???"
Hi
Yes, I believe you do get a few 'blown sprouts' at the bottom of the stem, but these are easily removed along with any yellowed leaves. But not general on every stem of brussel sprouts grow.
Yes, I believe you do get a few 'blown sprouts' at the bottom of the stem, but these are easily removed along with any yellowed leaves. But not general on every stem of brussel sprouts grow.
Charles- Posts : 8
Join date : 2010-09-18
Location : Meltham Holmfirth West Yorkshire UK
Re: Brussel Sprouts grow well in SFG system???
I totally hate anything that tastes like cabbage BUT have found that finely shreaded/sliced brussel sprouts, sauted with a little garlic, have a slightly nutty taste which is delicious. I may even grow a couple of plants next year!
Re: Brussel Sprouts grow well in SFG system???
I had good luck growing them, but could not keep the cabbage butterfly larve from eating them. I have since had luck using a netting over the top, to prevent butterflies from leaving eggs behind.
Squat_Johnson- Posts : 440
Join date : 2010-05-25
Location : Beaver Dam, Kentucky, zone 6a
Re: Brussel Sprouts grow well in SFG system???
Acara, I don't know if it stays cool enough for you to grow 'em...unless you have a winter like last year!
I'm the only one in our house who likes them, so I have to content myself with eating them once or twice a year. (Steamed til crisp-tender, then halved and tossed in garlic and browned butter. Yum.)
I'm the only one in our house who likes them, so I have to content myself with eating them once or twice a year. (Steamed til crisp-tender, then halved and tossed in garlic and browned butter. Yum.)
LaFee- Posts : 1023
Join date : 2010-03-03
Location : West Central Florida
When to plant?
I've never grown BS, even though I love them. You all have convinced me to try growing them next year. I'm in the Upper South. When should the plants go into the box?
ander217- Posts : 1450
Join date : 2010-03-16
Age : 69
Location : Southeastern Missouri (6b)
Re: Brussel Sprouts grow well in SFG system???
I've never grown BS
Then you are well and truly one in a million, Ander.
LaFee- Posts : 1023
Join date : 2010-03-03
Location : West Central Florida
Re: Brussel Sprouts grow well in SFG system???
I was wondering how to do sprouts in a SFG too since they also like a firm soil to prevent windrock. Support them well if your site is exposed to winter winds like mine I suppose is the answer. I am growing on a south facing slope so I was wondering if I would do better to set aside an area for my sprouties and do a three year rotation with maincrop potatoes and maybe leeks.
I don't like cabbage but I love fresh lightly boiled sprouts. I cut a cross in the bottom of the stalk and fetch them out as soon as they are tender. To me the worst thing is those mushy flavourless things they have the gross temerity to sell as frozen sprouts.
I don't like cabbage but I love fresh lightly boiled sprouts. I cut a cross in the bottom of the stalk and fetch them out as soon as they are tender. To me the worst thing is those mushy flavourless things they have the gross temerity to sell as frozen sprouts.
Barkie- Posts : 306
Join date : 2011-03-25
Location : Wales, Uk. Last frost May
Re: Brussel Sprouts grow well in SFG system???
LaFee wrote:I've never grown BS
Then you are well and truly one in a million, Ander.
count me with ander.
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Age : 81
Location : wilmington, nc zone 8
Brussel Sprouts grow well in SFG system???
walshevak wrote:LaFee wrote:I've never grown BS
Then you are well and truly one in a million, Ander.
count me with ander.
Never felt the need either, such a plentiful supply everywhere!
Goosegirl- Posts : 3435
Join date : 2011-02-16
Age : 59
Location : Zone 4A - NE SD
Brussel Sprouts
I must admit brussel sprouts are an aquired taste, but this does apply to other food and drink, for example parsnip, beer and wine.
Growing your own is possibly the best way to get the true taste. The down-side to this is the different varieties and you can eat sprouts from October to March, all have a different taste.
Personally I only grow brussel sprouts that will have Jack Frost nip the sprouts a number of times giving a sweeter taste, different types give varying degree of sweetess.
I certainley do-not like the taste of sprouts which appear in some shops in October, or any sprouts not nipped by frost.
[size=9][i]The civilization of... any nation... is founded upon about eight inches of topsoil. When that goes civilization will go with it. Bromfield, Lewis (1896 - 1956) [/i][/size]
Growing your own is possibly the best way to get the true taste. The down-side to this is the different varieties and you can eat sprouts from October to March, all have a different taste.
Personally I only grow brussel sprouts that will have Jack Frost nip the sprouts a number of times giving a sweeter taste, different types give varying degree of sweetess.
I certainley do-not like the taste of sprouts which appear in some shops in October, or any sprouts not nipped by frost.
[size=9][i]The civilization of... any nation... is founded upon about eight inches of topsoil. When that goes civilization will go with it. Bromfield, Lewis (1896 - 1956) [/i][/size]
Last edited by Charles on 3/30/2011, 5:43 pm; edited 1 time in total (Reason for editing : Having trouble with the quote I intend to use - still a problem)
Charles- Posts : 8
Join date : 2010-09-18
Location : Meltham Holmfirth West Yorkshire UK
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