Jade Cross is an American hybrid Brussels sprouts variety, recognized as the first of its kind to win an All-America Selections award, and grown for its compact stalks and deep green, freezer-friendly sprouts.
Variety details
Distinguishing Traits
Jade Cross produces small, round sprouts in deep green, developing with notable uniformity in size along the stalk. They form closely from the base to the top of the plant, contributing to a full, evenly spaced harvest. The sprouts have a firm texture and a nutty, slightly buttery flavor that grows richer and sweeter after a light frost.
Uses
Jade Cross sprouts roast and sauté well, holding their flavor when cooked fresh. They are also well suited to freezing, a method some describe as enhancing rather than diminishing their flavor, making this cultivar a practical choice for cooks planning to preserve a harvest.
Performance
Jade Cross matures early, among the earliest Brussels sprouts suited to short growing seasons, which lets gardeners delay planting until cooler fall conditions set in without missing harvest. It continues to perform well in cool weather, and its compact, sturdy stalks stand up to wind better than taller varieties. Growers value it for reliable, high-yielding crops with good flavor.
Historical Origin
Jade Cross originated in the United States and became the first Brussels sprout variety to receive an All-America Selections award, taking the honor in 1959.
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