CAULIFLOWER-VIOLET SICILIAN
CAULIFLOWER-VIOLET SICILIAN
A$3.50
Availability: 117 in stock
Seeds Per Pack: 150
Brassica oleracea
CAULIFLOWER-VIOLET SICILIAN is a regional variety from Sicily & is a strong plant with broad, green-grey leaves. The florets of this Cauli are rosy-violet with a fine texture & good flavor. High mineral content accounts for the color. It has a superb taste both raw & cooked & is great for freezing. Best sown early spring & autumn. The beautiful, purple heads weigh 1-1.5kg & are of a fine, sweet flavor. Use raw or in stir fries to retain the color. An insect-resistant variety that is easier to grow than many white varieties. Purple cauliflower is a heritage variety that comes from either Italy or South Africa. Its true wild origin is not quite known, though its color is naturally occurring & is not due to scientific manipulation.
Firm down & water well until plants are established. Transplant when seedlings are 10cm tall. Apply fertilizer regularly and keep weed free.
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| Germination Time (Days) | 6 – 12 |
| Maturity Time (Days) | 100 – 160 |
| Sowing Depth (mm) | 6 – 10 |
| Plant Spacing (cm) | 45 – 70 |
| Row Spacing (cm) | 60 – 90 |
| pH | 5 – 7.5 |
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| Hardy / Frost Tender | Hardy |
| Sow Direct / Raise Seedlings | Sow Direct / Raise Seedlings |
| Seed Preparation | – |
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