Alaska · Garden vegetables

Brussels Sprout season in Alaska

Typically early August to late September, with peak mid-August through mid-September.

Hatched chalk = early and late shoulders; solid = peak.

Cool Matanuska Valley summers suit sprouts; look for whole stalks at fall markets.

At a glance

Early

From early August — first pickings, lighter supply, best prices come later.

Peak

mid-August through mid-September — full stalls, full flavor. This is the stretch to plan around.

Late

Through late September — quantity for preserving, and the stalls start dealing.

Season length

about 9 weeks end to end, shoulders included.

Brussels sprouts

Look: Pick tight, bright-green sprouts about an inch across with no yellowing outer leaves.
Feel: Good sprouts feel hard as marbles when squeezed — soft or puffy ones are past it.
Smell: They should smell mild and green; a strong cabbagey funk means they have sat too long.
Tip: Buy them still on the stalk after the first frost — a freeze turns the starch sweet and they keep longer that way.
Keeps: Fridge in an open bag — about a week loose, two weeks or more still on the stalk.

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Frequently asked questions

When is brussels sprout season in Alaska?

In Alaska, the brussels sprout season typically runs early August to late September, with peak availability mid-August through mid-September. Exact weeks shift a little with each year's weather.

Can I pick my own brussels sprouts in Alaska?

Rarely u-pick — look for whole stalks at fall farmers markets and farm stands instead. The best market weeks are mid-August through mid-September.

How long does brussels sprout season last in Alaska?

about 9 weeks end to end — early August to late September. The early and late shoulders are real but lighter; the solid stretch of chalk on the band is the sure bet.