Cauliflower

68 days. Brassica oleracea. (F1) Cheddar Cauliflower. The plant produces excellent yields of 8" heads of orange cauliflower. It is a popular orange-colored cauliflower variety known for its bright cheddar cheese hue, high beta-carotene content, sweeter, milder flavor than white varieties, and good nutritional profile. The color deepens when cooked. It contains 25 times as much beta-carotene as white varieties! Add color to your salads and gourmet dishes. Holds well in the fields. Prefers moderate to cool temperatures and plenty of water. Do not wrap up leaves; heads should be left open for maximum color. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. A variety from the USA.

80 days. Brassica oleracea. (F1) Graffiti Cauliflower. The plant produces large 7 to 8" heads of bright purple cauliflower. The color is retained when cooked. Great raw, boiled, steamed, or stir fry. Adding a few drops of lemon to the water helps prevent color fading when cooked. Add color to your salads and gourmet dishes. Heads need full sunlight to obtain full purple color so no need to wrap heads. A must for any specialty market. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. A variety from the USA.

50 days. Brassica oleracea. (F1) Snow Crown Cauliflower. This early maturing plant produces heavy yields of 7 to 8" heads of white cauliflower. Terrific quality and is very flavorful. Great fresh or cooked. Leaves grow upright, protecting heads from sun scorch. It matures early and produces heads even under adverse conditions. Top choice of cauliflower growers. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 662610. A variety from the USA.

68 days. Brassica oleracea. Open Pollinated. Snowball Y Improved Cauliflower. This early maturing plant produces 6 to 8" heads of pure white cauliflower. It is a popular cauliflower variety known for its reliable performance, vigorous growth, and attractive white heads. This is a self-blanching variety, as the leaves curl around the heads, protecting them from the sun. This cauliflower is known for vigorous, rapid growth and a long harvest. It's suitable for both spring and fall plantings. Frost Tolerant. A good freezer variety. Excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. An heirloom was introduced by Ferry-Morse Seed Company in 1947. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 6229. A variety from the USA.

78 days. Brassica oleracea. (F1) Veronica Cauliflower. The plant produces 6 to 8" heads of lime green cauliflower. The heads have pointed spiral pinnacles. It is sweeter and milder than other varieties with a nutty taste. Excellent raw, cooked, or pickled. Heat Tolerant. Best if planted in summer for fall harvest. Also known as Veronica Romanesco Cauliflower. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA. Disease Resistant: FW, FY.

65 days. Brassica oleracea. Open Pollinated. Self Blanche Cauliflower. The plant produces good yields of large 9 to 12" heads of white cauliflower. A great freezing and pickling variety. Leaves curl upward and cover the head to keep the sun from ruining the white color. Best when grown in cool weather. Plant early spring or fall for the best crops. Excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 82635. An heirloom variety from the USA.

85 days. Brassica oleracea. Open Pollinated. Violet Queen Cauliflower. The plant produces large heads of rich purple cauliflower. Delicious raw, cooked, or steamed. Color fades when cooked. Perfect for salads and vegetable trays. Suitable for containers and patio gardening. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.