GardenHow to grow cauliflower
फूलगोभी. When to sow it in each part of India, how deep, how far apart, what size of pot, and what to watch for.
When to sow
North and central plainsJune to October
South and coastal IndiaJune to September
HillsMarch to June
Green months are the usual sowing or planting time. Dates shift by a few weeks from place to place.
How to sow and grow
- Method
- Raise seedlings in a tray or small pot and move them when they have 4 to 6 leaves, after about 4 to 5 weeks.
- Depth
- 0.5 cm
- Spacing
- 45 to 60 cm
- In a pot
- One plant in a pot 30 to 40 cm wide and deep
- Sprouts in
- 4 to 8 days
- Harvest
- 60 to 100 days after transplanting, depending on the variety
- Sun
- Full sun: at least 6 hours a day
Tips from the garden
- Buy seed that matches the sowing time. Early varieties are sown in June and July, mid-season in August, late in September and October. The wrong type gives tiny heads.
- When the head is the size of an egg, fold or tie the inner leaves over it. Shade keeps it white.
- Cauliflower needs steady growth. Never let the pot dry out completely.
What can go wrong
Green caterpillars eat holes in the leaves. Check the undersides of the leaves every few days and pick them off by hand.
Sown around the same time
New to growing from seed? Read how to sow seeds and the balcony and terrace garden guide.
Questions people ask
When is cauliflower sown in north India?
In the plains of north and central India, the usual sowing or planting months for cauliflower are June to October.
How long does cauliflower take to grow?
Usually 60 to 100 days after transplanting, depending on the variety.
Can cauliflower be grown in a pot?
Yes. One plant in a pot 30 to 40 cm wide and deep.