Cauliflower : Avalanche F1 Hybrid (Summer/Autumn)

Vegetable

• Crops in : Harvest July to October, or in June from overwintering

Description

Excellent dual purpose variety, particularly for solid miniature heads when planted closely, or for a snow white larger head at wider spacing. Cauliflower Avalanche has a vigorous, upright habit, producing quality heads which stand well in good condition. Suitable for close spacing to produce miniature heads.

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds February to May or October overwintered in coldframes. Sow seeds in individual pots or a seedtray of good seed compost and cover with 6mm (¼in) of compost or vermiculite, at a minimum of 15C (60F), until germination which takes around 7 days. Alternatively, can be sown thinly in a prepared seedbed 13mm (½in) deep, allowing 30cm (12in) between rows.

Growing Instructions

Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into larger pots, or transplant from the seedbed around 5 weeks from sowing. Allow 25cm (10in) between plants each way for 'baby heads', or 60cm (24in) each way for larger heads. Plant firmly to obtain best quality heads.

Nutritional Information

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

Kitchen Notes

Sweet flavoured eaten raw in dips or as a steamed vegetable.