Thompson & MorganBrussels Sprout Crispus 20 Postiplug Plants
Description
Brussels Sprout plants 'Crispus' F1 are the latest clubroot resistant hybrid variety to plant in the spring for an autumn harvest. 'Crispus' has excellent standing ability, good vigour and a wonderful flavour – a 'must have' variety for the kitchen garden or allotment. Plants produce smooth, dark green buttons of excellent quality, which hold on the stalk well and stay in good condition over a long period.Companion planting: try growing Brussels sprouts with Nasturtiums to draw cabbage white butterflies away from your crop, and mint to help deter flea beetles.Pot up plug plants and grow them on in warm, frost free conditions until plants are well grown and all risk of frost has passed. Gradually acclimatise them to outdoor conditions over 7 - 10 days before planting Brussels Sprout plants outdoors in firm, rich fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Prepare the soil in advance in early spring by adding plenty of well-rotted farmyard manure to the soil to improve its structure and fertility. Plant brassicas at a distance of 60cm (24") apart and cover with a protective netting or fleece to prevent attack from birds and insects. Water the plants thoroughly after planting.Product Specifications:. Position: Full Sun. Height: Up to 75cm when fully established. Spread: Up to 50cm when fully established. Supplied as 20x Brussels Sprout plug plants. Harvest period – September to NovemberPlease note: This product cannot be delivered outside the United Kingdom.Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Features: Grow your own delicious sprouts! Plants produce smooth, dark green buttons of excellent quality Crispus' F1 are the latest clubroot resistant hybrid variety to plant in the spring for an autumn harvest Crispus' has excellent standing ability, good vigour and a wonderful flavour – a 'must have' variety for the kitchen garden or allotment Supplied as 20x Brussels Sprouts plug plants Supplied with T&M's very own cultural instructions on how to care for your plants Specifications: Model Number: KC7447
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