Sprouts Not Growing Into Balls But Leaves Loose

[johnk]

My sprouts are growing well but aren't into tight balls but they are opening up, any ideas why?

[1ozzy]

Trying to flower too soon?

My advice would be mulch them and grow an edible vegetable;-/

[rowanwitch]

It was the hot summer wot did it..... now it's cooler some late developing one's might stay closed. The good thing is 'blown' sprouts are really delicious and just as good for you. Steam them whole and drizzle with a little butter and lots of black pepper.

[1ozzy]

You're suggesting people should eat sprouts Rowan?

[rowanwitch]

Positively advocate it, high levels of anti cancer raphenes,
Loads of lovely ways to cook them, I even sprout the seed with others on my window ledge. Broccoli sprouts are better though

[aelmpvw]

if they're for christmas they should be on the boil by now

[rowanwitch]

Philistine!

[johnk]

Rowan, I'll try that tonight.

[Chipchopper]

The sprout tops are edible and in my opinion, better than the actual sprouts themselves.

[johnk]

Chip, cooked the same way?

[retrocop]

I enjoy sprouts. Not so keen on cabbage.

[Chipchopper]

Yes Johnk, just boil em down.
They're just like a dark cabbage.

[Jackdaw33]

When your balls turn into sprouts is the time to worry.

[johnk]

Jackdaw, Too late!!!!!!!!!!!