Aphids are strongly attracted to yellow but are not great swimmers.
Keep an eye out for snails, and, if problems arise, whack down a beer trap and catch them.Ĭauliflowers can also get a bit pummeled by aphids, so place a few bright yellow plastic dishes (like Vegemite lids), half filled with water, near your crop. Wait 3 days after spraying before picking for eating. Both of these will confuse the Cabbage White Butterfly, and she will move on without laying her eggs on your cauliflowers.Īs a safe and effective last resort, (as even environmentally friendly sprays should be used with discretion) spray your plants with Dipel or Success, which are both made from a naturally occurring bacteria that’s particularly harmful to caterpillars, but safe for other insects and mammals.
As a preventative, place white egg shells in the garden, or make some sticks with strips of white plastic bag tied to the top in a “bow tie” fashion. Cauliflowers will suffer badly in waterlogged soil, so ensure good drainage and check soil moisture BEFORE watering.Ĭabbage white butterfly and their caterpillars are a pain for most members of this family (cauliflowers included), especially if the weather is still mild. Avoid wetting foliage, as this is an open invitation for mildews to move in. It is important to ensure water reaches the roots, so, if area is mulched, consider subsurface irrigation or pull mulch away when watering. As heads appear, a drink from your worm farm liquid will improve size and shape of the heads.Ĭauliflower will become stressed if not watered deeply and consistently.
#Best way to grow cauliflower from seed full#
Not planted into a bed that has had cabbages, broccoli, brussel sprouts or other members of the Brassiacea family within the last three years.ĭepending on the variety of cauliflower you plant, leave at least 40cm between each seedling, but, to allow for them to grow to their full potential, the more space you can allocate the better.įeed your cauliflower weekly with a seaweed or compost tea, especially in the month leading up to harvest. To minimise the risk of pests and diseases taking hold, ensure they are Correct soil pH should prevent a myriad of nutrient related issues, as will a light application of chook poo based fertiliser pellets when preparing the bed. Ensure a well-drained soil, chock full of well-rotted compost and organic matter with a pH of 6.5-7. When sowing seedlings, leave about 40cm between each plant.Ĭauliflowers can be a bit fussy about their soil, so take a bit of time to prepare theīed, about one month prior to planting. Choose a sunny position, protected from strong winds. With cauliflowers, the secret to success is position and timing. Who can resist this great white wonder, especially in a baking tray covered in cheese! Although not the easiest of vegetables to grow, cauliflower is incredibly rewarding, looks great and is low in fat, high in folate, fibre and vitamin C.
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