Product Overview
Cheddar cauliflower is a striking orange variety that produces dense, compact heads with naturally sweet, nutty flavor. Its firm curds hold up well for roasting, steaming, or sautéing, and the bright color remains vivid even after cooking, adding instant appeal to any dish. The vigorous plants mature in approximately 70–80 days, perform reliably in cooler weather, and consistently produce large, uniform heads. Easy to grow and packed with flavor, Cheddar cauliflower delivers a bold, colorful harvest that stands out both in the garden and on the plate.
Cheddar Cauliflower (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis)
Vivid orange cauliflower with firm, compact heads and a naturally sweet, nutty flavor. Retains its bright color when cooked and grows reliably in cool-season gardens.
| Days to Maturity | 70–80 days |
| Plant Size | 12–18" tall, 12–18" wide |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Start Indoors | 6–8 weeks before last frost |
| Direct Sow | Sow outdoors 2–4 weeks before last frost for early harvest, or in summer for a fall harvest. |
| Seed Depth / Germination | Sow 1/4" deep. Germinates in 7–14 days at 18–24°C (65–75°F). |
| Transplanting | Harden off seedlings and plant 18–24" apart after last frost. |
| Spacing | 18–24" between plants; 24–30" between rows |
| Soil & Water | Rich, well-draining soil. Keep evenly moist; consistent moisture improves head quality. |
| Special Traits | Cool season crop, slow to bolt, maintains bright orange color |
| Flavor & Uses | Tender, sweet, nutty flavor. Great raw, steamed, roasted, or sautéed. |
| Harvest | Harvest when heads are firm, compact, and tightly packed before curds start to separate. |
