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Self-Blanching · Cauliflower

Zone 3a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Self-Blanching to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsApr 17th
Last FrostMay 15th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 8th
Harvest BeginsJul 22nd
Harvest EndsSep 1st

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 32°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 6 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity75
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitRosette
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)32
Harden Off (days)6
Expert Note: Keep soil evenly moist and shade/indirectly protect the curd early if summer heat shows up, even though it self-blanching to some degree.