Cauliflower

Snow Crown

Brassicaceae

Spacing1 per sq ft

Days to Harvest60d

Expected Yield1 head

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Variety History

Snow Crown is an early hybrid cauliflower producing 7-8 inch white heads. Fast maturation (50-55 days from transplant). Buy starts rather than seeding for spring.

Regional Context

Cauliflower is more finicky than broccoli in the PNW. Inconsistent watering causes buttoning. The blanching step (tying leaves over the head) is essential for white curds.

Growing Technique

Set starts deep, 1 per sq ft. Water with dilute fish emulsion at transplant. Side-dress at 4 weeks. Consistent water is critical. Blanch by tying outer leaves over the head once golf-ball sized to keep it white. Harvest when heads are firm.

Watch For

Buttoning (tiny premature heads) from inconsistent water or root disturbance. Cabbage root maggot -- same collar or row cover strategy as broccoli.