Cauliflower needs uninterrupted growth, so provide consistent water, a balanced fertilizer and protection from pests and disease. Bury the plants to the first true leaf in well-drained soil and space plants about 18” apart and 25” between each row. Transplanting: Transplant out when seedlings have at least 4–6 true leaves and soil temperatures are 60☏ (danger of frost has past if planting in the spring). Snowball variety can be planted in August for a fall harvest. Romanesco (planted in July) will be ready to harvest in the fall, the purple variety will be ready to harvest the following spring (more cold tolerant plant). Keep soil moist and protect from pests with a light rowcover such as Agribon AG15. Sow seed ¼–½” deep and cover with loose soil or compost as not to hinder emergence. Summer Planting: Direct seed cauliflower in July –August. Sow seed ¼–½” deep in a soilless seed starting mix ( Quickroot). Spring planting: Start indoors about 5 weeks prior to transplanting outdoors. Planting & GrowingĬauliflower is a cool season crop and can be sown in spring or late summer (Romanesco is best to plant in the summer for a fall harvest). Use mulch protect shallow root system from damage and to retain adequate moisture. Water Requirements: Water needs to be consistent and plentiful for head formation. Companions - Radish, cucumber, chard, broccoli, beets, onions, sage, thyme.Incompatibility - Peas, strawberries, tomatoes.Spacing: Cauliflower seeds should be planted 15–24” apart with rows spaced 24–36” apart. A rough estimate is around one to two pounds per plant. Yield: Varies widely depending on variety as well as weather and water availability. Seed Longevity: If properly stored, the seeds should be viable for about 4 years. Try growing cauliflower in some of our Peaceful Valley Organics Potting Soil it is an excellent, organic all-around mix.Īir Temperatures: When growing cauliflower, the air temperature should be around 75☏ and no lower then 25☏. Soil: Cauliflower prefers a soil pH between 6–7 and temperatures of 60–65☏ for germination (will tolerate temperatures between 50–80☏) which drains well and has plenty of organic matter. Snowball is reliable strain that is heavy yielding. Firm, pure white heads with large protective leaves. Traditional (Snowball): The most common type of cauliflower grown.
Romanesco is best planted in July-August for a fall harvest. Romanesco: A cross with a broccoli variety forming a vivid light green spiraled head. It is best to plant purple cauliflower in July-August for a spring harvest. It has a sweeter flavor tending towards broccoli. Purple cauliflower has the highest disease resistance. Purple: Large purple heads that change to green when cooked. Both the stem and flowers are consumed and are sweeter than traditional forms. Hybrid.įlowering (Fioretto, Karifurore): White flowering heads on stems that do not form a ball head. Add a pop of color to your meal coloration becomes brighter when cooked. Cheddar: Orange heads similar to the traditional white variety, but higher in nutritional value.
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