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Cauliflower

Brassica oleracea var. botrytis

Also known as: Cauliflower

Cool-season brassica that forms a dense white head. More finicky than broccoli—needs consistent temps and moisture.

Cauliflower

Growing Requirements

SunFull Sun
WaterHigh
Soil Type
Soil Drainage
Soil pH
Plant Spacing18–24″
Row Spacing24–36″
Planting Depth0.25–0.5″
Height18–24″
Spread18–24″
✗ Not Container Friendly✓ Raised Bed Friendly

Planting Schedule

Start Indoors

6–8 weeks before last frost

Transplant Outdoors

-3–9 weeks after last frost

Germination

5–10 days

Days to Harvest

55–80 days

Zone Suitability

USDA Hardiness Zones

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Zones 211

Cannot overwinter outdoors

Blanch heads by tying leaves over the curd. Sensitive to temperature swings.

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