{"product_id":"cauliflower-seeds-snowball-early","title":"Cauliflower Seeds - Snowball Early","description":"\u003cp\u003e70-80 days to maturity. \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003ebotrytis\u003c\/em\u003e. Early Snowball Cauliflower Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom cauliflower seeds. This is suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, containers, and fields. Early Snowball produces smooth, white cauliflower heads that weigh 3-5 pounds. These medium-sized heads are 6 inches across and uniform in shape. It is great eaten raw, baked, roasted, or steamed. ~6,600 seeds\/oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/the-vegetable-growing-guide-from-true-leaf-market\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDownload Free Vegetable Growing Guide PDF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003ebotrytis\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70-80\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-10\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, 4-6 weeks before transplanting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-30 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture; pH 6.0-6.8.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooler 55-75 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65-75 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun, Partial Shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watch for cabbage worms, flea beetles, aphids, and slugs. Use row cover early, rotate crops, and water at soil level to reduce foliar disease pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarly Snowball Cauliflower Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snow white head; silvery green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarly Snowball Cauliflower Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild, sweet, and buttery\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container, Fields\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool Weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Early Snowball Cauliflower in the Vegetable Garden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCauliflower prefers cool, steady conditions. Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before transplanting for spring crops, or time a late-summer sowing for fall harvest. Sow 0.5 inch deep and keep seedlings evenly moist, then harden off and transplant to the garden once nights are mild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpace plants 18-24 inches apart in fertile, well-drained soil and keep moisture consistent to prevent stress and uneven heads. Early Snowball is self-blanching, but you can gently fold outer leaves over developing heads in intense sun for the brightest white curds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting of Early Snowball Cauliflower\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest when heads are compact, firm, and fully sized, ideally before the curds loosen or begin to separate. Cut the head from the main stem with a sharp knife, leaving a few wrapper leaves to protect it during handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Early Snowball Cauliflower Garden Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly Snowball is a widely trusted heirloom strain bred for dense, heavy heads and dependable performance in cooler seasons. The large leaves naturally curl around the head, helping it blanch without extra labor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse fresh florets for roasting, steaming, and stir-fries, or blanch and freeze for easy meals later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTips From Our Gardeners\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCauliflower rewards consistency. Keep water steady and mulch to stabilize soil moisture, especially as heads form. If a heat wave hits, provide afternoon shade to reduce stress and help heads stay tight and smooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7517%;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"89\" width=\"89\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/jerry-sawyer-compressed.jpg?v=1653940293\" alt=\"Jerry Sawyer\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75.2483%;\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch4\u003eEarly Snowball Cauliflower Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3 g Packet - Approximately 698 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 oz - Bulk - Approximately 6,600 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4 oz - Bulk - Approximately 26,400 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 lb - Bulk - Approximately 105,600 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNon-GMO Early Snowball Cauliflower seeds are available for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/shipping-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Free Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on qualifying orders.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mountain Valley Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"3 g Packet","offer_id":44907029069939,"sku":"81885","price":2.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":44907029102707,"sku":"81886","price":6.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":44907029135475,"sku":"81887","price":13.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":44907029168243,"sku":"64489","price":38.21,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/1774978787_cauliflower_snowball_early_comp_8a83451c-2c9d-45cc-8061-8033182230b5.jpg?v=1777493934","url":"https:\/\/store.trueleafmarket.com\/products\/cauliflower-seeds-snowball-early","provider":"True Leaf Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}