Brussel Sprouts: Long Island

Matures in 100 days
Heirloom.  The semi dwarf plants are stocky with leaves clsely spaced so there are lots of tasty sprouts on the short, self supporting stems.  While brussel sprouts can be bitter raw, cooking them at a high temperature ensures they have a rich, carmelized flavor, and a tender, satisfying texture.  Brussel sprouts can take up to one hunred days to reach maturity.  They make great crops to grow during the colder months of the year.