brassica
noun
bras·si·ca
ˈbra-si-kə 
: any of a large genus (Brassica) of Old World temperate-zone herbs (such as broccoli and cabbage) of the mustard family with cylindrical pods
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Just keep in mind that sage prefers to be grown in relatively dry soil and works best as a companion for plants with similar care needs, such as carrots, tomatoes, and brassicas.
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Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 June 2026
Colorado potato beetles target potato plants, while harlequin beetles do damage to brassica family plants like kale, cauliflower, cabbage, and broccoli.
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Alexandra Jones,
The Spruce,
3 June 2026
The plants most susceptible to this chemical include brassicas, like cabbage or broccoli, as well as pole beans.
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Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
4 May 2026
Another wonderful cold-season brassica, cauliflower can benefit from a head start indoors, which gives it time to be transplanted and reach maturity outdoors before the summer heat becomes too oppressive.
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Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
12 Mar. 2026
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Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 June 2026
Colorado potato beetles target potato plants, while harlequin beetles do damage to brassica family plants like kale, cauliflower, cabbage, and broccoli.
—
Alexandra Jones,
The Spruce,
3 June 2026
The plants most susceptible to this chemical include brassicas, like cabbage or broccoli, as well as pole beans.
—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
4 May 2026
Another wonderful cold-season brassica, cauliflower can benefit from a head start indoors, which gives it time to be transplanted and reach maturity outdoors before the summer heat becomes too oppressive.
—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Brassica.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/brassica. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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