Brussels Sprout Evesham Special is a good all rounder, produces large quantities of medium size solid sprouts from September to December.
SOW March to April
HARVEST September to December
TYPE Early Maincrop Vegetable
PLOT Outdoor plot
WHERE TO SOW:
Sow seeds thinly into pots or trays under glass at 13°C, or sow in shallow drills 2cm deep in a seed bed outside.
WHAT TO DO NEXT:
As soon as glasshouse seedlings show first pair of leaves, prick off into trays 5cm apart. Gradually harden off before planting in the growing site 60cm apart in May. Thin outdoor seedlings as soon as possible to 10cm apart and transplant to growing site when about 15cm tall.
HANDY TIP: A slightly shorter variety which makes it suitable for the more exposed site.
NUTRITIONAL VALUES: Highest level of vitamin C in all vegetables , also contains pro-vitamin A & B.