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Can I grow Brussels sprouts in area with heavy shade?

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It would probably not work. They need sunlight.

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If you live in Iowa, should you plant later or early since they like a cooler temperature?

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I'd plant at around September. Around the early parts of September or October.

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Why are the centers of my Brussels sprout plants all wrinkled?

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It's hard to say for sure without knowing any other possible signs of problems with your plants (like wilted leaves or discoloration), but it's possible that you have either over- or under-watered your plants.

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Can I replant the stalk and get more sprouts?

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No, you will not get more sprouts if you replant the stalk.

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How long does it take the Brussels sprouts to grow from the time they are seeds?

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10 - 14 days to germinate and 60 - 90 days harvest, per my American Seed package.

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Could l get seeds by planting the stalk?

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Brussels sprouts are vegetables, which means if you leave the stalk in the ground they will grow flowers and seed. So yes, you can technically get seeds from the stalk.

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Will brussels sprouts do well in a container garden?

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Yes, they can grow in a container garden. Just make sure that the depth is at least 10 inches and filled with well-drainage soil.

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Do I pull the leaves on the brussels sprouts off or leave them on until harvest?

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When the sprouts have matured about half way, remove almost all of the plants leaves leaving a palm tree looking head. Break/cut the leaves about 1/2in-1in from the stalk to avoid damage to the sprouts. This allows the plant to continue absorbing sunlight while diverting nutrients to the growing sprouts.

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