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Cauliflower is a member of the brassica family. The most common is the white cauliflower, but it does come in other colors like purple, green, and orange. The heads of cauliflower are sometimes referred to as curds, because they resemble cheese curds. It is a good source of fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin B6. Cauliflower is notoriously difficult to grow, it is prone to bolt very easily. It is a Goldilocks of the garden, because everything has to be just right, the PH, temperature, sunlight, water, and moisture, but the success is well worth the effort. When you try cauliflower as a substitute for macaroni, in a fresh baked macaroni and cheese, I'm sure you'll agree.
Sow cauliflower at a depth of 1/4" (6mm) Soil should have a temperature of around 75 - 85 degrees F (24 - 29 C). They will germinate in about a week. If sowing indoors like we do, start 4 - 6 weeks before last frost or for a fall crop 10 - 12 weeks before first frost. Always harden off before transplanting outdoors. Make sure you prepare the soil with a good amount of compost and well rotted manure. Cauliflower likes full sun and moderate watering.
For more on growing cauliflower in the vegetable garden watch this 5 minute video on How to Grow Cauliflower.
The University of Minnesota Extension has more information on growing and caring for cauliflower in the vegetable garden.
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