Brassica

Cauliflower

Brassica oleracea (Botrytis)

Curds need shade — fold leaves over the head to keep them snow-white.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Regular

Soil

Rich, firm

Difficulty

Medium

Container

Yes

Edible part

Head

Lifecycle

Biennial

Hardiness

Hardy

cool-season

Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Stocks cold-hardy cauliflower varieties suited to London's cool growing season and shorter summers.

Crocus

Offers large terracotta pots ideal for container-growing cauliflower in London townhouse gardens.

Amazon UK

Supplies soil thermometers and garden forks essential for soil preparation and cauliflower cultivation.