When to Plant Brussels Sprouts in South Dakota
In a typical South Dakota location, start seeds indoors Mar 18 – Apr 1, then transplant outdoors Apr 15 – Apr 29. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 5 in Tea and as late as Apr 21 in Ellsworth Air Force Base.
Long-season crop best timed to mature after a light fall frost for sweetest flavor; start indoors 5-7 weeks before last frost.
Brussels Sprouts Planting Dates by City
| City | Start indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Rapid City | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 |
| Aberdeen | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Apr 17 – May 1 |
| Brookings | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Watertown | Mar 19 – Apr 2 | Apr 16 – Apr 30 |
| Mitchell | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Yankton | Mar 9 – Mar 23 | Apr 6 – Apr 20 |
| Pierre | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Huron | Mar 18 – Apr 1 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Spearfish | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Apr 21 – May 5 |
| Vermillion | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 |
| Brandon | Mar 13 – Mar 27 | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Box Elder | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Apr 21 – May 5 |
| Rapid Valley | Mar 15 – Mar 29 | Apr 12 – Apr 26 |
| Ellsworth Air Force Base | Mar 24 – Apr 7 | Apr 21 – May 5 |
| Madison | Mar 17 – Mar 31 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Sturgis | Mar 20 – Apr 3 | Apr 17 – May 1 |
| Belle Fourche | Mar 22 – Apr 5 | Apr 19 – May 3 |
| Harrisburg | Mar 14 – Mar 28 | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Tea | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
Showing the 20 most populous of 20 South Dakota cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all South Dakota cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Brussels sprouts in South Dakota?
In a typical South Dakota location, start seeds indoors Mar 18 – Apr 1, then transplant outdoors Apr 15 – Apr 29. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 5 in Tea and as late as Apr 21 in Ellsworth Air Force Base.
When is the last frost in South Dakota?
The average last spring frost in South Dakota ranges from April 26 in Tea to May 12 in Ellsworth Air Force Base, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do Brussels sprouts take to grow?
Brussels Sprouts typically take 90–110 days from planting to harvest. Long-season crop best timed to mature after a light fall frost for sweetest flavor; start indoors 5-7 weeks before last frost.
Other Crops in South Dakota
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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