{"product_id":"cauliflower-snowball","title":"Cauliflower, Snowball","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"65\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"25\"\u003eCauliflower, Snowball\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"25\" data-end=\"28\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"63\"\u003e(Brassica oleracea var. botrytis)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"444\"\u003eSnowball Cauliflower is a classic heirloom variety known for its smooth, compact white heads and reliable cool-season performance. Producing dense, snow-white curds with mild flavor and tender texture, this variety has long been a favorite in home gardens. Snowball performs best in the cool temperatures of spring and fall and is well suited for fresh cooking or preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"476\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"676\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"509\"\u003eSmooth, Dense White Heads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"512\"\u003eSnowball produces uniform, tightly packed curds with a clean white color. Heads are typically medium-sized and form compact domes protected by surrounding leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"851\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"705\"\u003eMild, Delicate Flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"708\"\u003eThe tender curds have a mild, slightly sweet flavor. Excellent for roasting, steaming, soups, stir-fries, and traditional cauliflower dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"883\"\u003eClassic Cool-Season Crop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"886\"\u003ePerforms best in the moderate temperatures of spring and fall. Consistent moisture and fertile soil support strong head formation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003eReliable Heirloom Variety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003eA long-standing garden favorite known for dependable production and quality heads when grown in cool weather conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1263\"\u003ebotrytis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mediterranean (cultivated worldwide)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1348\"\u003ePlant Life Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1392\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003eSoil Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to medium-wet, fertile, well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5–2 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1515\"\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e April–May (second year if overwintered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003eBloom Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~70–80 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown as an annual in zones 3–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"2072\"\u003eStart seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before transplanting or direct sow in cool soil. Maintain fertile soil and steady moisture to support head development. When curds begin to form, leaves can be tied loosely over the head to maintain its white color (a process known as blanching). In permaculture systems, rotate cauliflower with legumes or soil-building crops to maintain fertility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2224\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eSnowball Cauliflower offers classic flavor, tender texture, and dependable cool-season harvests—an excellent heirloom for productive vegetable gardens\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Farm Connection","offers":[{"title":"4-pack","offer_id":47405177897219,"sku":"ANV-0532","price":4.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/52B2A5DC-D105-4338-82BF-BB631BDF4A5C.jpg?v=1774033837","url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/cauliflower-snowball","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}