{"product_id":"cauliflower","title":"Cauliflower | Early Snowball","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow classic, dense, and snow-white heads of Early Snowball Cauliflower in your home garden. This exceptional heirloom variety is a gardener’s favorite, prized for its self-blanching habit where heavy inner leaves naturally wrap over the head to protect its crisp texture, sweet, mild flavor, and bright white appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese vigorous plants produce heavy yields of uniform 6- to 8-inch curds throughout the cool growing season, making them a productive and rewarding addition to any brassica patch. Start seeds indoors in early spring or midsummer for Canada's cool shoulder seasons, as cauliflower thrives in moderate, cool temperatures for optimal head development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Grow Early Snowball Cauliflower?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic heirloom producing smooth, solid 6–8 inch snow-white heads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-blanching foliage naturally covers curds to protect delicate color and flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrisp, tender texture with a mild, deliciously sweet taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbundant and reliable yields on sturdy, compact plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 70–80 days to maturity from transplanting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows best in full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-pollinated variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 60-70 seeds per packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Grow 'Early Snowball' Cauliflower from Seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart cauliflower seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before your last spring frost date for a spring crop, or in midsummer for a fall harvest. Sow seeds approximately 6 mm (1\/4 inch) deep in trays filled with a sterile, well-draining seed-starting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil moist and maintain temperatures around 18–21°C (65–70°F) for rapid germination. Provide bright, continuous light once seedlings emerge to maintain sturdy stem development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarden off seedlings over 7–10 days before transplanting outdoors. Space plants approximately 45–60 cm (18–24 inches) apart in rows spaced 60–75 cm (24–30 inches) apart in rich, compost-amended soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater consistently and deeply, ensuring soil stays evenly moist throughout head development. Harvest when curds are firm, compact, and reach 15–20 cm (6–8 inches) in diameter before the curd sections begin to separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Cauliflower in Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnowball Y Improved cauliflower is exceptionally well-suited to Canadian climates, excelling during cool spring and autumn weather windows. It performs particularly well as a fall crop across Canadian growing zones, ripening during cool autumn days for superior flavor and sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMulch around the base of plants to retain soil moisture and maintain cool soil temperatures through unexpected summer heat spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor detailed instructions covering seed starting, spacing, watering, fertilizing, harvesting, and pest management, read our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/How_To_Grow_Cauliflower_-_Complete_Growing_Guide.pdf?v=1794192682\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"How To Grow Caulflower in Canada | Complete Growing Guide\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Grow Cauliflower | Complete Growing Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSnowball Y Improved Cauliflower Growing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; width: 40%; border: none;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; width: 60%; border: none;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/botanical-name-icon.png?v=1790792176\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea var. botrytis \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/cauliflower-icon.png?v=1790810750\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eCauliflower (Early Snowball)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/plant-cycle-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eAnnual cool-season crop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/full-sun-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/maturity-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eApproximately 70–80 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/seed-count-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSeed Count\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eApproximately 60-70 seeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/pollinators-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePollination Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eOpen-pollinated heirloom variety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/harvest-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eFresh dipping, roasting, steaming, cauliflower rice, and freezing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrow Your Own Early Snowball Cauliflower\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is nothing quite like harvesting dense, snow-white heads of gourmet cauliflower straight from your garden. With its self-blanching protection, sweet flavor, and reliable yield, Snowball Y Improved cauliflower is a rewarding and essential addition to your Canadian vegetable patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Caribou Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":29711796863064,"sku":"","price":19.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/products\/cauliflower2.png?v=1582232800","url":"https:\/\/www.caribouseedcompany.com\/en-cn\/products\/cauliflower","provider":"Caribou Seed Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}