Snowball Cauliflower

Brassica oleracea var. botrytis

About Plant: Snowball Cauliflower

Snowball Cauliflower is a cool-season brassica cultivar that prefers fertile soil, steady moisture and protection from common brassica pests.

Growing Profile

SunlightFull Sun

WaterModerate

SoilFertile, well-drained (6.0–7.0)

Spacing18–24 inches

HeightVaries

Time to Harvest55–85 days from transplant

Planting DepthTransplant at appropriate nursery depth

Germination TimeVaries

Expert Growing Tips

Spring: start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Fall: start 10-12 weeks before first frost. Tie or fold outer leaves over head to blanch (white varieties). Self-blanching varieties exist.