Plant Care Brussel Sprout

Brussel Sprout

Also known as

Brassica Oleracea Var. Gemmifera

Taxonomy

Brassica oleracea 'Gemmifera'
Brassica
Brassicaceae
Brassicales

How to care for Brussel Sprout

💦 Water

How often to water your Brussel Sprout

Water needs for Brussel Sprout
0.5 cups
every 9

Brussel Sprout needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Brussel Sprout

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Brussel Sprout in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Brussel Sprout: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Brussel Sprout love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Brussel Sprout does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Brussel Sprout in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Brussel Sprout

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Brussel Sprout: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Brussel Sprout after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Brussel Sprout prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Brussel Sprout requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Brussel Sprout is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

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💨 Humidity

Brussel Sprout doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

Brussel Sprout Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Brussel Sprout does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Brussel Sprout →

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💩 Fertilizer

Brussel Sprout grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Brussel Sprout →


🌎 Native Region

Brussel Sprout is native to Western Europe, the Mediterranean, and temperate Asia.


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Brussel Sprout, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Brussel Sprout

Brussel Sprout

Brussel Sprout


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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