Snowball Cauliflower Seeds

The Snowball Cauliflower boasts smooth, snow-white heads or curds well-protected by outer leaves. The heads have a uniform appearance, with a diameter ranging from 6 to 8 inches. The compact white curds, coupled with large wrapper leaves, exhibit a visually appealing, tightly formed structure​

While specific taste notes weren't provided in the sources, cauliflower generally has a mild, slightly nutty flavour. It's highly versatile in culinary use; it can be steamed, roasted, mashed, or used in a variety of dishes like cauliflower rice, soups, and casseroles.

The Snowball Cauliflower is a high-yielding variety, with a growth cycle of 52-70 days in spring/summer and 60-80 days in fall/winter. It matures to harvest in late June when sown in a greenhouse in January, and it can be sown from March to May outdoors. The growth type is bush, with a compact, self-blanching characteristic that requires a space of 60cm x 60cm when planted out. It can be started indoors and transplanted outdoors once the seedlings are ready, ideally maintaining a soil temperature of at least 60°F​4​.

Bush

This variety thrives in cool climates and requires a minimum of 6 hours of sunlight daily. It prefers nearly neutral soils rich in organic matter and needs consistent moisture for optimal growth. The outdoor growing temperature range is 45°F - 75°F, and it's suitable for spring transplanting​

Known for its reliability, the Snowball Cauliflower is a tried-and-true variety that's resistant to mildew, making it a dependable choice for various climates

It is crucial to ensure that the cauliflower has ample space for growth, and it's advised to start the seeds indoors, transplanting them outdoors when the soil temperature is at least 60°F. Proper watering and fertilisation are essential to prevent premature heading. Cauliflower can be sensitive to boron deficiencies; hence, it's recommended to lime the soil to a pH of 7.0 or higher in areas with clubroot problems. It's also suggested to feed the plants with a foliar feed of compost tea, especially before they start to head up​