{"product_id":"brussels-sprouts-long-island-improved-500-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Brussels Sprouts Long Island Improved 500 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 66, 15);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrussels Sprouts Long Island Improved\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e stands as the preeminent heirloom variety in North American cultivation, with over a century of proven performance and widespread commercial adoption. These non-GMO seeds produce vigorous, upright plants reaching 20–28 inches tall, each stem yielding abundant, densely-packed sprouts measuring 1–1.25 inches in diameter. Long Island Improved sprouts develop a refined, slightly sweet flavor with subtle cabbage undertones and minimal bitterness — making them exceptionally appealing to both experienced gardeners and those new to brassica cultivation. Matures in 90–100 days; plants are capable of producing up to 100 sprouts per stalk over an extended harvest window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(17, 64, 12);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 92%. Test Date: 6\/26. TLM.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Long Island Improved Brussels Sprouts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmerica’s #1 Heirloom Brussels Sprout:\u003c\/strong\u003e Over 100 years of continuous cultivation — the most widely grown and trusted variety in North America.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProlific Producer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 100 sprouts per plant over an extended harvest window — exceptional yield for home gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost-Sweetened Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly sweet, mild cabbage flavor that deepens and sweetens beautifully after light frost exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Disease Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vigorous plants with proven adaptability across diverse growing regions and climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-Pollinated Heirloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Save seeds year after year for consistent, reliable results season after season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO \u0026amp; Sustainable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown sustainably with eco-friendly, recyclable packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun — at least 6 hours per day for best sprout development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-drained, loamy soil with a pH of 6.0–7.5. Amend with compost before planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last spring frost, or 12–14 weeks before first fall frost for a fall harvest. Transplant outdoors when seedlings are 4–6 inches tall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 18–24 inches apart in rows 24–36 inches apart to ensure good air circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply and consistently; keep soil evenly moist. Mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a balanced nitrogen-rich fertilizer at transplant; side-dress with additional nitrogen 4 weeks after transplanting to support heavy sprout production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mound soil around the base of plants as they grow to prevent wind rock on these tall, top-heavy plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Begin harvesting from the bottom of the stalk upward when sprouts reach 1–1.25 inches. Allow light frosts to sweeten flavor before final harvest. Plants can produce through multiple light frosts in Zones 7–9.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e We pledge to sell only non-GMO, open-pollinated seeds. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/pages\/safe-seed-integrity-pledge\" title=\"Safe Seed Integrity Pledge\"\u003eRead our Safe Seed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e All seeds sold under our standard Vegetable Seed License.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toss halved sprouts with olive oil and roast at 400°F until deeply caramelized — the most popular preparation for maximum flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteaming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steam whole sprouts 6–8 minutes for a tender, mild side dish ideal for simple seasoning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSautéed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Halve and sauté in butter or olive oil with garlic and lemon for a quick, flavorful weeknight side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStir-Fry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shred or halve and stir-fry with soy sauce, ginger, and sesame oil for an Asian-inspired preparation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRaw \u0026amp; Shaved:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thinly shave raw sprouts into salads for a crunchy, nutritious alternative to lettuce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBraised:\u003c\/strong\u003e Braise in broth with bacon or pancetta for a rich, deeply savory cold-weather dish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(238, 23, 58);\"\u003eOrder Long Island Improved Brussels Sprouts Seeds Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(238, 23, 58);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder yours today and grow your own fresh Brussels sprouts in your spring and fall gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Applies to harvested Brussels sprouts, not seeds. Per 1 cup (88g) raw.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalories: 38\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtein: 3g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbohydrates: 8g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDietary Fiber: 3.3g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin K: 195% DV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin C: 125% DV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolate: 15% DV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin A: 13% DV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotassium: 9% DV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIron: 8% DV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Growing results vary by region, climate, and gardener practice. Brussels sprouts require a long growing season — plan accordingly for your zone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store seeds in a cool, dry location. 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