{"product_id":"purple-cauliflower-seeds-brassica-oleracea-var-botrytis-vegetable-seeds-for-home-garden","title":"Purple Cauliflower Seeds (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis) – Vegetable Seeds for Home Garden","description":"\u003cp\u003eVibrant Purple Cauliflower (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis) is an open-pollinated cauliflower that forms compact, bright purple heads with a crisp texture and mild flavour. It adds striking colour to the vegetable garden and the plate, and is delicious raw in salads, roasted, lightly steamed, stir-fried or pickled. It grows well in garden beds, raised beds and large containers in full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool-season vegetable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open-pollinated, non-GMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright purple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–24 in (45–60 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–24 in (45–60 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e ¼–½ in (0.5–1 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, 6–8 hours daily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, consistent moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, in large containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Sow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCauliflower grows best in cool weather. For a spring crop, start seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost; for an autumn crop, sow in mid to late summer. Seeds can also be sown directly outdoors once the soil reaches about 60°F (15°C). Sow ¼–½ inch deep and keep the soil moist; seedlings usually appear in 5–10 days. Transplant or thin to 18–24 inches apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost. Keep the soil consistently moist, as dry spells can cause small or loose heads. Feed with a balanced fertiliser and avoid excess nitrogen. Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, rotate crops each year, and watch for aphids and caterpillars, using organic controls if needed. Unlike white cauliflower, purple varieties do not need their heads covered from the sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest when the heads are firm, compact and fully developed, before the curds begin to loosen. The purple colour is best preserved when eaten raw, roasted or lightly steamed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OrganicSeedsHub","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45696641826999,"sku":"SPA-DEC8-350","price":16.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/3335\/6471\/files\/freepik__wideangle-view-of-expansive-agricultural-field-of-__76171.jpg?v=1767077538","url":"https:\/\/organicseedshub.com\/products\/purple-cauliflower-seeds-brassica-oleracea-var-botrytis-vegetable-seeds-for-home-garden","provider":"OrganicSeedsHub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}