Brussels sprout 'Maxim'

Brassica oleracea (Gemmifera Group)

How to grow Brussels sprout 'Maxim'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

11-13 weeks to maturity.

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Maxim is generally regarded as a hardy plant, so this plant will grow or become dormant during the winter. Maxim needs a loamy soil with a ph of 5.9 to 6.1 (weakly acidic soil).

Growing Maxim from seed

Sow at a depth of approx. 0.47 inches (1.2 cm) and aim for a distance of at least 8.97 inches (23.0 cm) between Brussels sprout plants.

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

Transplanting Maxim

Maxim is hardy, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Maxim

This variety tends to mature and be ready for harvest in late winter.