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Plants to Avoid Growing With Brussels Sprouts Tomatoes and other nightshades, like eggplants, need a lot of nutrients to grow. Brussels sprouts are also heavy feeders, so two should not be planted next to each other as they will compete for the same nutrients.
- What should not be planted near brussel sprouts?
- Can you plant tomatoes with brussel sprouts?
- Can cucumbers and brussel sprouts be planted together?
- What grows well with brussel sprouts?
- How often do you water Brussels sprouts?
- What herbs are best planted next to each other?
- How many brussel sprouts do you get from one plant?
- What is the best way to grow brussel sprouts?
- Should I stake my brussel sprouts?
- How long does it take brussel sprouts to mature?
- Can you plant brussel sprouts in a container?
- Can you grow brussel sprouts in spring?
What should not be planted near brussel sprouts?
Non-Companions to Avoid
Keep Brussels sprout plants away from tomatoes and pole beans, too. Cabbage crops contain plant chemicals that inhibit tomato growth, as well as other nightshades like eggplants and peppers.
Can you plant tomatoes with brussel sprouts?
Tomatoes and brussel sprouts are said to be "enemies," and popular advice, from both gardeners and academics, is to separate these two crops. ... Brussel sprouts come from the Brassica family, also heavy feeders. These two competing plants may rob each other of nutrients if planted together in the same bed.
Can cucumbers and brussel sprouts be planted together?
Cucumbers encourage blight in late potatoes. Plant near: broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumber, lettuce, onions Keep away from: carrots Comments: Improves flavor and growth of cabbage family plants.
What grows well with brussel sprouts?
Other plants that companion well with Brussels sprouts include:
- Beets.
- Bush beans.
- Carrots.
- Celery.
- Lettuce.
- Onion.
- Pea.
- Potato.
How often do you water Brussels sprouts?
Watering Brussels Sprouts
- Keep the soil around Brussels sprouts evenly moist; water at the base of plants.
- Brussels sprouts require 1 inch (16 gallons/60.5 liters) of water each week or more.
- Mulch around plants during the summer to slow soil moisture evaporation and to keep the soil cool.
What herbs are best planted next to each other?
Moisture loving herbs such as tarragon, cilantro, and basil should be grouped together. Parsley should be included as well, but be aware that parsley is a biennial and will die back after two years. For a truly aromatic pairing, try growing lemon verbena and lemon thyme together.
How many brussel sprouts do you get from one plant?
If ideal growing conditions are provided, you should be able to harvest about 50 Brussels sprouts for each plant that you grow. During warm weather periods, you can harvest each plant every four to six weeks and each harvesting should yield between two and six sprouts.
What is the best way to grow brussel sprouts?
Here's how.
- Plant Brussels sprouts 6-10 weeks before the first expected frost.
- Select a site with full sun and rich soil.
- Sow seeds of Brussels sprouts 3-4 inches apart or plant seedlings 18-24 inches apart.
- Provide Brussels sprouts with steady, consistent moisture.
- Begin fertilizing a month after planting.
Should I stake my brussel sprouts?
Brussels sprouts also require staking to prevent the tall, top-heavy stalks from tipping over. ... For best results, Brussels sprouts need at least 18 inches of space per plant. If you want to include them in your raised bed, plan your garden so some space around your Brussels sprouts will open up as the season progresses.
How long does it take brussel sprouts to mature?
About Brussels Sprouts
They require a fairly long growing season (80–100 days to harvest) and are a cool-season crop, meaning that they produce best when grown for a fall or early winter harvest. The sprouts improve in flavor after a light frost or two.
Can you plant brussel sprouts in a container?
A standard 5-7 gallon sized planter, at least 12 inches deep and 12-14 inches in diameter is suitable for growing Brussels sprouts in containers. You can grow one plant in such a container.
Can you grow brussel sprouts in spring?
A slow-growing, long-bearing crop, Brussels sprouts should be planted in early spring, or mid- to late summer for a crop that matures in the fall. The small heads mature best in cool and even in light frosty weather. Spring planting is also fine in cooler climates.
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