Why don't insects like brussel sprouts?

Brussels sprouts resemble little cabbages, arrayed on a stiff vertical stem. The rather old-fashioned vegetable has a love it or hate it reputation. The gardener needs to be wary of common issues, and this article will help. read more

During this time, watch for common issues in Brussels sprouts and don’t be shocked if your Brussels sprout plants aren’t producing. Brussels Sprout Pests It’s the rare plant that encounters no pest or disease issues. read more

fldhkybnva | Apr 18, 2013 01:45 PM I know that many love Brussels Sprouts but they are also a vegetable that has a long reputation of being detested by some I guess similar to cilantro and the classic vegetable that no one wants to try. read more

In our CSA shares we most often encounter them in the brassicas — broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, kale. With leafy things like kale, they’re easy enough to spot and wash/rub off; they are a bit clingy though, so a simple rinse doesn’t always cut it. read more