Heirloom Cauliflower Seeds Vegetable Seeds, Essential for Sustainable Gardening Seeds For Planting

Heirloom Cauliflower Seeds – Grow Nutritious and Flavorful Cauliflower in Your Garden

Key Attributes

• Product Name: Heirloom Cauliflower Seeds
• Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated
• Growth Habit: Compact, upright with dense curds
• Mature Size: 12-30 inches tall, 12-18 inches wide
• Days to Maturity: 60-100 days, depending on variety
• Head Characteristics: Firm, creamy white (or colorful in some varieties) with tightly packed florets
• Flavor Profile: Mild, slightly sweet, and nutty
• Hardiness: Cool-season crop, frost-tolerant
• Light Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight)
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil (pH 6.0-7.0) enriched with organic matter
• Uses: Roasting, steaming, stir-fries, soups, and raw snacking

Planting Instructions

Direct Sowing (Recommended for Fall Crops)

• Spring Planting: Sow seeds 4-6 weeks before the last frost for an early summer harvest.
• Fall Planting: Sow seeds 10-12 weeks before the first frost for a fall/winter harvest.
• Plant seeds ¼ to ½ inch deep, spaced 2-3 inches apart in rows 18-24 inches apart.
• Thin seedlings to 12-18 inches apart once they reach 3-4 inches tall.

Indoor Sowing (For an Early Start)

• Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost.
• Transplant outdoors when seedlings have 4-5 true leaves and temperatures remain above 50°F (10°C).

Care & Maintenance

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Water 1-1.5 inches per week.
• Fertilization: Apply a nitrogen-rich fertilizer at planting and again mid-season.
• Mulching: Helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Blanching: Tie outer leaves loosely over the head when curds are about 2-3 inches wide to maintain a creamy white color (for white varieties).

Harvesting

• When to Harvest: Heads should be firm, compact, and about 6-8 inches across.
• How to Harvest: Cut the head at the base, leaving some leaves attached for protection.
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Pest & Disease Control

• Common Pests: Aphids, cabbage loopers, and flea beetles—use row covers or neem oil.
• Common Diseases: Clubroot and black rot—practice crop rotation and ensure good drainage.