When to Plant Brussels Sprouts in Grand County, UT
Brussels sprouts are a cold-hardy brassica that produces miniature cabbage-like heads along a tall stalk. Flavor improves after a light frost.
Grand County, Utah is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 19 and the first fall frost is October 13, giving you a growing season of approximately 177 days.
At an elevation of 5,415 feet, Grand County receives approximately 23.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 91°F, providing good warmth for Brussels Sprouts during the growing season.
Grand County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Brussels Sprouts Planting Timeline — Grand County, UT
Brussels Sprouts Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 15 | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 19 | Apr 19 – May 3 |
| Direct Sow | April 5 | Apr 5 – Apr 26 |
| Harvest | July 19 | Jul 19 – Sep 13 |
| Fall Sowing | August 4 | Aug 4 – Aug 18 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors |
| June | — |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
90–130 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 6b
📆 Growing Season
177 days in Grand County
Growing Tips for Grand County
Start seeds indoors 12-14 weeks before first fall frost. Stake tall plants to prevent toppling. Remove lower leaves as sprouts develop to improve air circulation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Brussels Sprouts in Grand County, UT?
Grand County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 19. Plan your Brussels Sprouts planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Grand County, UT?
Grand County, Utah is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 19 and first fall frost is October 13.
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