🥬 Cauliflower, Growing Guide for SEQ
Everything you need to grow Cauliflower in South East Queensland's subtropical climate.
When to Sow in SEQ
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Fussy. Needs steady moisture and cooler weather, plant early autumn only.
Growing Requirements
Sow
February, March, April
Days to Harvest
100
Spacing
55 cm
Sun
Full sun (6+ hours)
Sowing Depth
1 cm
Height
45-70 cm
Germination Temp
10-20°C
Soil pH
6.5-7.5
Frost Tolerance
Half hardy (light frost)
Season
Cool season (Apr-Sep)
Difficulty
Advanced
Container
No
Good Companions (Friends)
Keep Apart (Enemies)
✗ Strawberry✗ Tomato✗ Climbing beans
Kitchen Uses
- Roasted as steaks with spices
- Blended into creamy soups
- Riced as a low-carb substitute
- Battered and baked as cauliflower wings
Health Benefits
- High in vitamin C and antioxidants
- Contains sulforaphane for cell health
- Supports brain function
- Low calorie, high in nutrients
Pests & Diseases in SEQ
Common Pests
- Cabbage moth
Common Diseases
- Clubroot
- Black rot
Storage
Fridge in a sealed bag, up to 1 week. Blanch and freeze well
Value
Saves ~$4-7/head vs supermarket, one head per plant
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When should I plant Cauliflower in Brisbane?
In South East Queensland, Cauliflower can be sown in February, March, April. Fussy. Needs steady moisture and cooler weather, plant early autumn only.
What are good companion plants for Cauliflower?
Good companions for Cauliflower in SEQ include Beetroot, Celery, Onion, Dill, Rosemary. Avoid planting near Strawberry, Tomato, Climbing beans.