{"title":"Cauliflower","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"cauliflower-snowball-350-organic","title":"Cauliflower Snowball Organic Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"35\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"35\"\u003eBrassica oleracea var. botrytis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"37\" data-end=\"364\"\u003eSnowball is a dependable cauliflower producing tight, solid white heads approximately 15 cm across with a crisp, tender texture and excellent flavour. Well suited to warmer growing regions, this reliable variety produces high-quality curds ideal for fresh eating, steaming, roasting, and freezing. Matures in around 70–90 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"403\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"403\"\u003eApproximately 65 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"568\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"434\"\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"437\"\u003eTropics: April to July\u003cbr data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"462\"\u003eSubtropics: March to August\u003cbr data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"492\"\u003eMild climates: February to September\u003cbr data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"531\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eCold climates: Spring to early autumn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"936\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"591\"\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"594\"\u003eSow seed in trays or directly into well drained, fertile soil in full sun. Plant seeds 5 mm deep and transplant seedlings when 10–15 cm tall, spacing plants 45–60 cm apart. Keep soil consistently moist and feed regularly for the best head development. Harvest when the curds are firm, tight, and fully developed before they begin to separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/EdenSeeds_ACO_ACOCertifiedOrganic.jpg?v=1761179582\" alt=\"Certified Organic\" style=\"width: 177px; height: 95px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46375758954714,"sku":"prefix_681c22f64a06f7.37025279","price":4.4,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":46375758987482,"sku":"prefix_681c22f64a0774.89086388","price":7.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20g","offer_id":46375759020250,"sku":"prefix_681c22f64a0798.72750485","price":15.4,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g","offer_id":46375759053018,"sku":"prefix_681c22f64a07b1.95187826","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/V_Cauliflower_Snowball_5910338d-e331-40cc-974e-81c24554fb34.jpg?v=1754017393"},{"product_id":"cauliflower-snowball-350","title":"Cauliflower Snowball Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"35\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"35\"\u003eBrassica oleracea var. botrytis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"37\" data-end=\"364\"\u003eSnowball is a dependable cauliflower producing tight, solid white heads approximately 15 cm across with a crisp, tender texture and excellent flavour. Well suited to warmer growing regions, this reliable variety produces high-quality curds ideal for fresh eating, steaming, roasting, and freezing. Matures in around 70–90 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"403\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"403\"\u003eApproximately 65 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"568\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"434\"\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"437\"\u003eTropics: April to July\u003cbr data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"462\"\u003eSubtropics: March to August\u003cbr data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"492\"\u003eMild climates: February to September\u003cbr data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"531\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eCold climates: Spring to early autumn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"936\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"591\"\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"594\"\u003eSow seed in trays or directly into well drained, fertile soil in full sun. Plant seeds 5 mm deep and transplant seedlings when 10–15 cm tall, spacing plants 45–60 cm apart. Keep soil consistently moist and feed regularly for the best head development. Harvest when the curds are firm, tight, and fully developed before they begin to separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"1058\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46649679347930,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/V_Cauliflower_Snowball_2aad1d23-9e84-459c-8b7c-a46e0713a157.jpg?v=1754017251"},{"product_id":"cauliflower-all-year-round-1007","title":"Cauliflower All Year Round Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrassica oleracea var. botrytis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Year Round is a dependable traditional Cauliflower producing excellent quality, tightly packed white heads on relatively compact plants. The developing curds are naturally well protected by surrounding foliage, helping maintain their clean white colour and quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCauliflower has been cultivated in the Mediterranean for centuries and became particularly associated with Italy before spreading throughout Europe. Mark Twain famously described it as “cabbage with a college education”, an apt description for this somewhat refined member of the \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe firm white heads have a mild, slightly sweet flavour and are exceptionally versatile in the kitchen. Enjoy raw, steamed, roasted, grilled, pickled, mashed, added to curries and soups or baked whole. The leaves and tender stems are also edible and need not be discarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its name, All Year Round performs best when its main head development occurs during cooler weather. In much of Australia, successive sowings beginning in late summer can provide an extended harvest through the cooler months. Plants prefer full sun, fertile, well-drained soil with a near-neutral pH and consistent moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed count: approximately 240–420 seeds\/g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 90 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: Autumn to winter in cooler locations\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: Late summer to autumn\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: Late summer to autumn, with successive sowings into the cooler months\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: Spring to early summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow directly or raise in trays, approximately 5–10 mm deep. Keep consistently moist during germination and establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransplant or thin seedlings to approximately 45–60 cm apart in full sun and rich, well-drained soil. Maintain consistent moisture throughout growth, as water stress can affect head development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs white heads begin to form, loosely fold or tie the surrounding leaves over the curd to protect it from strong sunlight and help maintain its white colour. Harvest while heads are firm, compact and tightly formed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf saving seed, remember that Cauliflower will cross-pollinate readily with other compatible \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e varieties, so adequate isolation is required to maintain the variety true to type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46649671712986,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":47944449687770,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20g","offer_id":47944449720538,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/V_Cauliflower_AllYearRound.jpg?v=1784850540"},{"product_id":"cauliflower-macerata-green-1378","title":"Cauliflower Macerata Green Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrassica oleracea var. botrytis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMacerata Green is a beautiful old Italian Cauliflower producing substantial heads in an unusual pale apple-green colour. Vigorous plants develop dense heads weighing approximately 1–1.3 kg, bringing both excellent eating quality and striking colour to the vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe firm green curds have a mild, sweet flavour and are exceptionally versatile in the kitchen. Enjoy raw, steamed, roasted, grilled, pickled, mashed, added to curries and soups or baked whole. The leaves and tender stems are also edible and need not be discarded. Its distinctive colouring makes Macerata Green particularly attractive served simply, where the natural colour can take centre stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCauliflower has been cultivated in the Mediterranean for centuries and became particularly associated with Italy before spreading throughout Europe. Mark Twain famously described it as “cabbage with a college education”, an apt description for this somewhat refined member of the \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMacerata Green performs best when its main head development occurs during cooler weather. Plants prefer full sun, fertile, well-drained soil with a near-neutral pH and consistent moisture. Unlike white Cauliflowers, the green heads do not need to be blanched by tying leaves over the developing curd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 90 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: Autumn to winter in cooler locations\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: Late summer to autumn\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: Late summer to autumn, with successive sowings into the cooler months\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: Spring to early summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow directly or raise in trays, approximately 5–10 mm deep. Keep consistently moist during germination and establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransplant or thin seedlings to approximately 45–60 cm apart in full sun and rich, well-drained soil. Maintain consistent moisture throughout growth, as water stress can affect head development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest when the green heads are firm, compact and tightly formed, before the individual florets begin to separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf saving seed, remember that Cauliflower will cross-pollinate readily with other compatible \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e varieties, so adequate isolation is required to maintain the variety true to type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity: approximately 85–100 days.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46375887110362,"sku":"prefix_681c1f72c86f92.28117775","price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":46375887143130,"sku":"prefix_681c1f72c87038.85205351","price":8.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20g","offer_id":46375887175898,"sku":"prefix_681c1f72c87060.99505603","price":29.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/Cauliflower_Macerata_Green_1.jpg?v=1784766675"},{"product_id":"cauliflower-purple-sicily-1379","title":"Cauliflower Purple Sicily Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrassica oleracea var. botrytis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple Sicily, also known as Violet Sicilian, is a striking Italian heirloom Cauliflower producing large, tightly formed heads in rich shades of violet to deep purple. Vigorous plants produce substantial heads weighing up to approximately 1.3 kg and are generally considered more forgiving to grow than many traditional white Cauliflowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beautiful purple colouring comes from naturally occurring anthocyanins, the same antioxidant pigments found in purple cabbage, blueberries and other deeply coloured plant foods. The curds have a sweet, mild flavour and can be enjoyed raw or cooked. The vivid purple is best retained when eaten raw or only lightly cooked, while longer cooking transforms the heads towards green. The leaves and tender stems are also edible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCauliflower has been cultivated in the Mediterranean for centuries and became particularly associated with Italy before spreading throughout Europe. Mark Twain famously described it as “cabbage with a college education”, an apt description for this somewhat refined member of the \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple Sicily performs best when its main head development occurs during cooler weather. Plants prefer full sun, fertile, well-drained soil with a near-neutral pH and consistent moisture. Unlike white Cauliflowers, the purple heads do not need to be blanched by tying the surrounding leaves over the developing curd.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 40 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: Autumn to winter in cooler locations\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: Late summer to autumn\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: Late summer to autumn, with successive sowings into the cooler months\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: Spring to early summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow directly or raise in trays, approximately 5–10 mm deep. Keep consistently moist during germination and establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransplant or thin seedlings to approximately 45–60 cm apart in full sun and rich, well-drained soil. Maintain consistent moisture throughout growth, as water stress can affect head development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest when the purple heads are firm, compact and tightly formed, before the individual florets begin to separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf saving seed, remember that Cauliflower will cross-pollinate readily with other compatible \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e varieties, so adequate isolation is required to maintain the variety true to type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity: approximately 100 days.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46649663684826,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/V_Cauliflower_PurpleSicily.jpg?v=1772495063"},{"product_id":"cauliflower-romanesco-1491","title":"Cauliflower Romanesco Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrassica oleracea var. botrytis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRomanesco is one of the most extraordinary Cauliflowers in the garden, producing lime-green heads made up of intricate pointed florets arranged in repeating spirals. Sometimes called Romanesco Broccoli, Roman Cauliflower or Minaret Cauliflower, it is botanically classified with the cauliflower group and has a long association with Italian cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe spectacular geometric heads are a natural example of fractal-like growth, with each pointed floret repeating the spiral pattern of the larger head. Beyond its appearance, Romanesco has an excellent flavour, typically sweeter and nuttier than conventional white Cauliflower, with a firm, delicate texture. Enjoy raw, steamed, roasted, sautéed or broken into individual florets for salads and vegetable dishes. The leaves and tender stems are also edible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCauliflower has been cultivated in the Mediterranean for centuries and became particularly associated with Italy before spreading throughout Europe. Mark Twain famously described it as “cabbage with a college education”, an apt description for this somewhat refined member of the \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRomanesco performs best when its main head development occurs during cooler weather. Plants prefer full sun, fertile, well-drained soil with a near-neutral pH and consistent moisture. 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Maintain consistent moisture throughout growth, as water stress can affect head development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest when the lime-green heads are firm and well formed, before the individual pointed florets begin to loosen or separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf saving seed, remember that Cauliflower will cross-pollinate readily with other compatible \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e varieties, so adequate isolation is required to maintain the variety true to type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46375892156634,"sku":"prefix_681c1f72ec87a6.25911324","price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":46375892189402,"sku":"prefix_681c1f72ec87f2.88819292","price":6.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20g","offer_id":46375892222170,"sku":"prefix_681c1f72ec8816.17837378","price":19.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":46375892254938,"sku":"prefix_681c1f72ec8833.67473606","price":85.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/V_Broccoli_Romanesco.jpg?v=1772494203"},{"product_id":"cauliflower-alpha-1764","title":"Cauliflower Alpha Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrassica oleracea var. botrytis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlpha is an early, quick-growing Cauliflower producing small, dense white heads of excellent quality. The tightly formed curds have a fine texture and mild flavour, with plants maturing in approximately 68 days. Its relatively compact size and quick growth make Alpha particularly useful for smaller gardens and successive plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCauliflower has been cultivated in the Mediterranean for centuries and became particularly associated with Italy before spreading throughout Europe. Mark Twain famously described it as “cabbage with a college education”, an apt description for this somewhat refined member of the \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe firm white heads have a mild, slightly sweet flavour and are exceptionally versatile in the kitchen. Enjoy raw, steamed, roasted, grilled, pickled, mashed, added to curries and soups or baked whole. 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Maintain consistent moisture throughout growth, as water stress can affect head development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs white heads begin to form, loosely fold or tie the surrounding leaves over the curd to protect it from strong sunlight and help maintain its white colour. 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