Purple Cauliflower
Vegetables
Intermediate
Biennial grown annual

Purple Cauliflower

Brassica oleracea var. botrytis

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About Plant: Purple Cauliflower

A striking cauliflower type forming vivid purple heads that prefer steady cool growing conditions.

Growing Profile

SunlightFull Sun
WaterRegular, consistent
SoilRich, fertile, well-drained (6.0–7.5)
Spacing18–24 inches
Height18–30 inches
Time to Harvest70-90
Planting Depth1/4 inch
Germination Time4–10 days

Expert Growing Tips

Grow brassicas fast and evenly in cool weather, protect young plants from chewing insects and rotate the family between beds.