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Brussels sprout 'Roodnerf'

Brassica oleracea (Gemmifera Group)

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Belonging to the Mustard genus (Brassica oleracea (Gemmifera Group) 'Roodnerf'), Roodnerf is a variety of Brussels sprout. Roodnerf is a variety of heirloom OP Brussels sprout .

One of the last open pollinated varieties in existence that still retains excellent eating quality and uniformity. Bred in Hurst, England, Roodnerf is quite cold hardy. The medium to tall plants yield plump, green sprouts. If you’ve turned up your nose to Brussels sprouts in the past, Roodnerf will certainly turn you into a fan! ¹

Roodnerf grows as an Annual and is a Vegetable. Being an Annual, it tends to grow best over the course of a single year. Roodnerf is known for growing to a height of approximately 1.00 metres (3.25 feet).

United Kingdom is believed to be where Roodnerf originates from.

Roodnerf Brussels sprout needs a moderate amount of maintenance, so some level of previous experience comes in handy when growing this plant. Ensure that you are aware of the soil, sun, ph and water requirements for this plant and keep an eye out for pests.

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How to grow Brussels sprout 'Roodnerf'

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A full sun position will ensure your plant thrives and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Roodnerf is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Use USDA Hardiness Zone 4 - 8 as your guideline for the appropriate climate for this plant. Planting Roodnerf in loamy soil with a ph of between 5.9 and 6.1 is ideal for as it does best in weakly acidic soil.

Growing Roodnerf from seed

Sow 0.47 inches (1.2 cm) deep with a guideline distance of 8.97 inches (23.0 cm).

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Roodnerf about 21 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Roodnerf

As Roodnerf is hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

Harvesting Roodnerf

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by late autumn.

Brussels sprout 'Roodnerf' information

Lifecycle The lifecycle that Roodnerf exhibits. Annual Category The category for the Roodnerf plant. Vegetable
Hardiness Is Roodnerf frost hardy? Hardy Country of Origin Where does Roodnerf come from? United Kingdom
Bloom Time When does Roodnerf bloom? N/A Harvest Time When is Roodnerf ready for harvest? Late Autumn
Mature Height How tall does Roodnerf grow? 1.00 metres / 3.25 feet Mature Spread How wide does Roodnerf grow? 30.0 cm / 11.7 inches
USDA Zone Range What zones does Roodnerf grow best in? Zone 4 - Zone 8 pH Range The level of acidity for Roodnerf. 5.9 - 6.1
Soil What soil should I grow Roodnerf in? Loam Sun How much sunlight does Roodnerf need to grow? Full Sun
Water Requirements How much water does Roodnerf require? Medium Nitrogen Requirements How much nitrogen fertiliser does Roodnerf need? High
Ideal Germination Temperature Range What temperatures does Roodnerf need in order to germinate? 4°C / 39°F to 32°C / 90°F Growing Temperatures What temperatures are best to grow Roodnerf in? 7°C / 45°F to 24°C / 75°F
Sowing Depth How deep to plant Roodnerf? 1.2 cm / 0.47 inches
Sowing Distance Apart How far apart to sow Roodnerf 23.0 cm / 8.97 inches
Edible? Is Roodnerf edible? edible
Planting Distance Apart How far apart to plant Roodnerf seedlings? 45.72 cm / 1.49 feet Planting Row Distance Apart How far apart to plant rows of Roodnerf seedlings? 76.2 cm / 2.48 feet

How long does Roodnerf take to grow?

These estimates for how long Brussels sprout 'Roodnerf' takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world. Start logging and journaling your observations to participate!

Days to Germination How long does it take Roodnerf to germinate? 4 days Average 4 days | Min 4 days | Max 6 days (4)
Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out Roodnerf? + 39 days Average 39 days | Min 39 days | Max 39 days (1)
Days to Maturity How long until Roodnerf is ready for harvest / bloom? + 100 days Average 100 days | Min days | Max days (0)
Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow Roodnerf? = 143 days

When should I sow Roodnerf?

Folia's when to plant Brussels sprout 'Roodnerf' estimates are relative to your last frost date. Enter your frost dates and we'll calculate your sowing and planting dates for you!

Footnotes

¹ Territorial Seed Co. Variety description

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