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Until recently, Brussels sprouts did not “take root” in Our Country. This is due to the duration of the active growing season. However, thanks to the efforts of domestic and foreign breeders, hybrids and varieties of Brussels sprouts with “reduced” maturation have appeared. But this is not the only criterion that you need to focus on when choosing the most suitable option for yourself – you need to study all the characteristics.
Choosing a variety for planting
Many agree that for Our Country the best option would be the seeds of not varieties, but hybrids of Brussels sprouts. Moreover, both domestic and foreign (mostly Dutch). They differ:
- consistently high seed quality;
- good yield;
- “mass” maturation, external presentability and one-dimensionality;
- general endurance, including the ability to endure the negative influence of external factors, to resist pests.
However, due to the peculiarities of the climate, which is far from favorable for gardening in all regions, the first thing you need to pay attention to when choosing a variety or hybrid of Brussels sprouts is its ripening period. Otherwise, you can not wait for the harvest at all, all the work of the gardener will be wasted.
Early varieties of Brussels sprouts
Early ripening periods vary between 85-120 days. Moreover, in different regions, “deviations” from the duration of the growing season indicated by the originator in the description are permissible.
Dolmik F1
Dolmik F1 is a hybrid of Brussels sprouts, created in the Netherlands by the fairly well-known agricultural company Royal Sluis. It has been in the State Register of Breeding Achievements of the Federation since 1994, officially recognized as suitable for planting in all regions, suitable for cultivation in “street” beds and in greenhouses. Harvest ripens in 90-105 days.
Plants are tall (about 70 cm), but not sprawling, relatively compact. Heads on the stem form an even cylinder. For them, a regular, almost spherical shape is typical, the weight varies between 7-17 g. If the planting pattern is observed, in general, 1,5-2,5 kg / m² is obtained.
Dolmik F1 is officially listed in the State Register as a salad hybrid, but it is also well suited for freezing.
Franklin F1
Franklin F1 – a hybrid from the world famous company Bejo Zaden BV In the State Register of the Federation came in 2007. Recognized as suitable for planting in all regions, universal, based on the possibilities of use in cooking.
The rosettes of the leaves of the Franklin F1 hybrid are high (75-80 cm), sprawling. Plants tolerate a short sharp drop in temperature and its fluctuations well.
Harvest maturity ranges from ultra-early to early (85-100 days). Approximately 70 dense heads of cabbage weighing a little more than 1 kg ripen on the stems. From 1 m², amateur gardeners take off – 2,8 kg. The taste is officially described as “excellent”.
Hybrid Franklin F1 breeders provided “innate” immunity to Fusarium
Diablo F1
Diablo F1 is another achievement of Dutch breeders (Bejo Zaden BV). It has been listed in the State Register since 2006. It is officially recognized as suitable for cultivation throughout the Federation.
In terms of ripening – early or medium early (95-110 days). The stems are below average in height, the rosettes are relatively compact. Plants are distinguished by good cold resistance and resistance to pathogenic microflora and insects.
Heads of cabbage are extremely dense, one-dimensional, large (15-18 g), almost spherical. 40-55 pieces are formed on each stem, the yield is 0,9-1 kg. From 1 m² they get 2,1-3,9 kg. The taste deserves an “excellent” rating, there is not the slightest hint of bitterness in it.
Unlike most hybrids, the Diablo F1 crop ripens gradually, heads are cut before the end of October, beginning of November
Medium-ripening varieties of cabbage
Mid-season varieties are considered to ripen in 120-140 days. They keep better than the early ones, however, when planting them in regions with a temperate or more severe climate, there is always a risk that the crop will not have time to ripen.
Funny company
Cheerful company – Brussels sprouts, created in the agricultural company “Sedek”. She has no special recommendations regarding growing regions. It was included in the State Register in 2011.
Ripe heads of cabbage are formed in 120-140 days. The height of the stem is within 65-75 cm, the rosette is sprawling, the leaves are arranged almost horizontally.
The stalk with heads forms a kind of cone. They are elliptical, with a total number of about 60 pieces and weighing 0,6 kg per stem. Productivity from 1 m² – 2,5 kg. In size and color, Brussels sprouts of the Merry Company variety are similar to small red-violet plums. The taste is rated as “good”.
Cheerful company is great for decorating fresh vegetable salads
Brussels F1
Brussels sprout hybrid Brussels F1 belongs to the category of mid-season or mid-late (135-145 days). It is not yet listed in the State Register.
Brussels sprouts Brussels F1 has an “innate” immunity to Fusarium. It tolerates heat and low temperatures well, has good transportability and keeping quality. The most important agrotechnical measure is irrigation.
Plants are tall (1 m). Heads of cabbage do not seem to be fully formed, but such “half-openness” is a feature of the variety. There are few of them on the plant (20-30 pieces), but they are large (about 25 g). The hybrid is valued for its external presentability and excellent taste. The total yield is 4-5 kg / m².
Brussels F1 hybrid heads are actively tied up, even if the weather during the season cannot be called favorable for gardening
F1 garnet bracelet
Pomegranate bracelet F1 is a domestic hybrid of Brussels sprouts from the Gavrish agricultural company. The variety was included in the State Register in 2011. It is suitable for landing in any region of the Federation due to the general “stress resistance” and ease of care.
Harvest ripens in 120-125 days. Rosettes of purplish-purple leaves are raised, comparatively compact and not too tall.
Heads of cabbage form a very dense “column”. They are almost spherical, small (maximum 0,4-0,5 kg per stem). 30-40 pieces are removed from one plant, 1-1,5 kg from 2 m².
Hybrid Pomegranate bracelet F1 is valued by gardeners for its delicate taste, originality of appearance and dietary properties.
Late ripening Brussels sprouts
Late varieties and hybrids of Brussels sprouts in many regions can be grown exclusively indoors. It takes 140-180 days to mature. But the process may take longer, depending on the weather during the season.
Sanda
Sanda is a relatively new variety, not yet included in the State Register. Gardeners who have experience in growing it note a consistently high yield, the “presentation” of heads of cabbage, and their outstanding taste. Another undoubted plus is the presence of innate immunity to mucous bacteriosis.
Brussels sprouts Sanda ripen in 135-140 days. In some regions, this variety is classified as medium late. The crop ripens massively, it is suitable for any culinary recipes, freezing, home preservation.
The stems grow up to 1 m in height. Heads of cabbage weighing 10-15 g, dense and juicy. The stem is practically “stuck around” with them, which raises the overall figures to 2-2,5 kg / m².
Sanda has powerful branched roots.
Bunch of grapes
A bunch of grapes is a variety of Brussels sprouts of selection, not included in the State Register. It is valued mainly for its original appearance (heads resemble purple-red large grapes) and outstanding delicate-spicy taste with well-distinguished nutty notes.
It takes 150-160 days to mature. Heads of cabbage are cut off gradually. Their quality does not suffer when the temperature drops to -5 ° C.
30-45 heads of cabbage weighing 15-20 g of regular spherical shape are formed on the stem. Fresh they are stored for 4-5 months. Also, the crop has good transportability.
A bunch of grapes needs regular feeding, but even in this case it will not give record high yields (maximum 1,5 kg / m²)
Diamond F1
The F1 diamond is a Dutch Brussels sprout hybrid developed by Nickerson Zwaan B.V. It has been officially registered in Our Country since 2013, allowed to land in all regions.
Harvest ripens in 140-150 days. The socket is quite compact, semi-raised, with large leaves. Heads of unusual obovate shape, bluish-green. The stem with them looks like a cone.
The hybrid is characterized as unpretentious in care, characterized by good immunity, resistant to lodging. 30-60 heads of cabbage are formed on one stem, their weight varies within 7-20 g. The total yield is up to 3 kg / m².
The rosette of leaves in the Brilliant F1 hybrid develops quite slowly even for late varieties, but this does not affect the yield
The best varieties of Brussels sprouts for the Moscow region
It is quite difficult to guess what the season will be like in the Moscow region. Early frosts and long warm autumns are possible here. But it’s better not to risk planting only late-ripening varieties, but to pick up a few early varieties of Brussels sprouts suitable for the middle lane.
Hercules
The only variety of Brussels sprouts created in the USSR. In the State Register since 1950, there are no restrictions on landing regions, the culinary purpose is universal.
The stems are extended by 80-90 cm, the rosettes are powerful. Heads of cabbage weighing 20-30 g, rounded. Harvest ripens in 115-130 days.
Hercules gives approximately the same yields when planted on “street” beds and in greenhouses, greenhouses
Curl
Curl is an achievement of the well-known Czech agricultural company Moravoseed. Came to Our Country in the mid-90s of the twentieth century, is not listed in the State Register. By maturity – mid-season or mid-late.
The plant stretches by 80-90 cm, remaining quite compact. Heads of 10-15 g, not too dense, on the cut with a yellowish tint. The taste is good, but not outstanding. Amateur gardeners remove an average of 2,5 kg / m².
At the initial stage of head formation, Curl is very demanding for regular watering.
Boxer F1
The birthplace of the Boxer F1 hybrid is the Netherlands (Bejo Zaden BV), but in Our Country you can also purchase domestic seeds produced under license by the Gavrish agricultural company. Medium-late variety (130-140 days), valued for outstanding taste, external presentability, general endurance.
The stems are stretched up to 90-100 cm, 20-30 dense heads of cabbage are formed on each, the yield per plant is 0,4-0,5 kg (total – 1,6-1,8 kg / m²). Brussels sprouts of the Boxer variety ripen en masse, after falling under the first frost, its taste only wins.
Hybrid Boxer is demanding on the quality of the substrate in the garden – the soil must be fertile and loose
Brussels sprout varieties for Siberia
Summer in Siberia is short and not hot, so early and mid-early varieties of Brussels sprouts are best suited for local gardeners. They also practice its cultivation in closed ground.
Long Island
Long Island is an old and still popular variety of Brussels sprouts, created in the USA in the 90s of the XIX century. Not included in the State Register. It is drought and heat resistant, does not suffer from low temperatures during the summer, frosts down to -12 ° C.
Harvest ripening period is 85-105 days. Plants are compact, rather high (80-100 cm), powerful. Heads of cabbage weighing 15-20 g, about 100 pieces are formed on one stem. When planting according to the standard scheme, 3-4 kg / m² are obtained.
Long Island cabbages show good “preservation” on the stalk
Rosella
Rosella is a variety of Brussels sprouts from Germany, developed by Samen Mauser Quedlinburg GMBH. In the State Register since 1995. A variety from the category of mid-early (110-120 days), the crop ripens “together”.
The height of the stems is highly dependent on the cultivation method (open or closed ground). Heads are ovoid, quite dense, weighing 12-13 g. 30-45 pieces are formed on the stem. The total yield reaches 1,5 kg/m².
In the State Register, the taste of Rosella is characterized as “satisfactory”, but gardeners consider this assessment to be underestimated.
Casio
The Brussels sprout variety Casio is the result of a “collaboration” between the agricultural company Semko and the Czech company Moravoseed. In the State Register since 1997, there are no restrictions on growing regions. Refers to mid-season (125-135 days).
Stems of medium height, heads of cabbage are dense, noticeably flattened, blue-green. The taste is original, with a nutty note. The average weight is 10-11 g, the number on the stem is 60-70 pieces. On beds in the open field, 1,8-2 kg / m² are obtained.
Casio tolerates low temperatures in summer well, but the first frosts are detrimental to the crop.
Varieties of Brussels sprouts for the Urals
The Ural climate is in many ways similar to the Siberian one. Therefore, varieties and hybrids of any crops for cultivation (including Brussels sprouts) are chosen by local gardeners, guided by the same criteria.
Commander
Komandor is a mid-season (110-120 days) variety of Brussels sprouts from the Gavrish agricultural company. In the State Register since 2011. Suitable for any region due to the overall “stress resistance” endurance. Tolerates cold down to -7-10 °C.
The plant is quite compact, semi-raised rosette. Heads of cabbage are rounded, on a stalk are located “loosely”. They form 20-40 pieces on a plant, the total weight is within 450-600 g. The cultivation method practically does not affect the general indicators (1,8 kg / m²).
Negative external influences affect the yield of the Komandor variety insignificantly
Eyes black F1
Hybrid Brussels sprouts F1 Black Eyes is one of the novelties of breeding. The variety is not yet listed in the State Register. Harvest ripens in 115-120 days.
Plants are low (60-70 cm), compact. Heads are dense, rounded, bright purple, weighing 10-20 g, 30-40 pieces per stem (in total, taking into account the standard planting pattern -1,5-2,5 kg / m²).
The saturation of the color of the heads of the variety Ochi black F1 and the original bitter taste are preserved even after heat treatment.
Nuts F1
Nuts F1 – another domestic hybrid of Brussels sprouts that has recently appeared on the market. Not included in the State Register. It takes 115-130 days to ripen the crop.
The rosette of leaves is semi-raised, low (up to 60 cm). Heads are dense and juicy, round, weighing 10-15 g. Up to 0,6 kg of Brussels sprouts of this variety are obtained from the stem. The first frosts down to -7 °C have a positive effect on its taste.
For better preservation, it is recommended to cut the heads of the Nutlets F1 variety along with the stem.
Conclusion
Hybrids and varieties of Brussels sprouts for growing in your own backyard are chosen, first of all, taking into account the timing of their ripening. But this is not the only fundamentally important characteristic for the gardener. The description needs to be studied in full – this is the only way you can roughly estimate the dimensions of the plants, understand what kind of crop you should count on, how long it is stored, how best to use it.