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Cauliflower Seed Starter Grow Kit

BOTANICAL NAMEBrassica oleracea var. botrytis

USD 10.99

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Cauliflower forms a creamy-white head that's delicious roasted, riced, or mashed.

GERMINATION5-10 days
SUNLIGHTFull Sun (6-8 hours daily)

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Germination01

5-10 days

Light02

Full Sun (6-8 hours daily)

Temperature03

65-75F

Hardiness04

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THE PLANT NOTEBOOK

Cauliflower care, from seed onward.

Botanical name
Brassica oleracea var. botrytis
Common names
Cauliflower
Family
Brassicaceae
Genus
Brassica
Species
B. oleracea
01

Start growing

Spring sow for early summer. Nitrogen-heavy.

02

Growing with your kit

Transplant from Seeds In A Cup® once 4-5 true leaves appear.

03

Propagation

By seed.

04

Seasonal growth & harvest

Matures in 70-100 days; needs blanching.

05

Growing conditions

Cool temperate, rich moist soil.

06

Weather & tolerances

Moderate frost tolerance.

07

Pests & plant health

Downy mildew, cabbage white butterflies.

08

Plant safety

Safe vegetable.

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Botanical features

Compact white ‘curd’ of buds.

10

Varieties

‘Snowball’, ‘Graffiti’.

11

Garden & everyday uses

Low-carb rice/pizza substitute

12

Native range & distribution

Northeast Mediterranean origins.

13

Conservation

Secure.

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Name origins

Latin ‘caulis’ (cabbage) and ‘floris’ (flower).

15

History

12th century Arab records; 1600s Europe spread.

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How do I grow Cauliflower from seed?

Moisten the included soil, sow your Cauliflower seeds at the depth on the instruction card, keep the planter warm and bright under the humidity lid, and mist until they sprout. Full steps are in your kit.

How long do Cauliflower seeds take to germinate?

Cauliflower seeds typically sprout in 5-10 days at 65-75F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions.

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