Brassica oleracea var botrytis, An Autumn Crop of Cauli's 'Coloured Heads', Behold a most resplendent assemblage of cauliflowers, in white, imperial purple, & glowing orange gold, each plant rising with vigorous stature & broad, dignified leaves that cradle a curd of remarkable sweetness. The purple sorts, heavy with mineral splendour, bear dark violet heads like jewels in a duchess’s diadem, turning green only when the pot insists; the orange, affectionately named “cheddar,” brim with beta carotene & offer nourishment for household. Stout, insect resistant, & handsome, they lend a touch of autumnal pageantry to a garden, in sheltered quarters they may persist as perennial brassicas, returning each year with loyal flourish. Allow some 200 days from planting to harvest for the greatest display., Seed Count Approx - 150 avg
SOWING - Temperature is a vital factor in growing cauliflower, Sow successionally into modules, thinning them at seedling stage to one plant per module. Move them up to a larger pot when ready, this will prevent root disturbance – but don’t allow them to become pot bound., once several sets of true leaves appear, “harden them off.” then plant into final growing bed, Plant at least 24 inches apart.