Vegetable

• Crops in : September to October

Description

Pure white, deep curds, which will stand in good condition if foliage is bent over the curds during sunny weather.

Sowing Instructions

Sow seed thinly 13mm deep in a well-prepared seedbed, in May and June for autumn harvest. Keep well watered, seedlings must not dry out.

Aftercare

During periods of intense sunlight, protection can be given by bending foliage over the curds, to ensure whiteness. An application of a handful of general fertiliser per plant can be beneficial during growing season.

Nutritional Information

Cauliflowers are a good source of Vitamin C and are low in calories, making them a healthy diet snack.

Kitchen Notes

Serving suggestion - Cauliflower in tomato sauce. In a pan sizzle diced onion, garlic, and sweet peppers in olive oil. Add chopped plum tomatoes, diced olives, capers and chopped parsley. Steam cauliflower florettes till tender. Pour sauce over drained florettes.