Published Date:
15 February 2010
By Jake Coltman
Cauliflowers are not the most widely grown vegetable. White, tight heads are signs of quality but to get them like that is not easy.
They require firm, fertile soil. The main cause of failure, such as small open heads, is loose infertile ground.
The site should be dug and manured at least six weeks before planting to allow the ground to settle. Also the plot should not have had brassicas growing within the last two years.
The most common, of course, are the white varieties but the Cambridgeshire-based S. E. Marshall introduces two specials for the 2010 season, to be grown from seed.
Graffiti is a stunning purple cauliflower. The unique curds can be eaten raw, boiled, steamed or stir-fried.
According to the firm, purple cauliflowers contain anthocyanins, a very popular antioxidant said to help prevent cancer and very beneficial for general health. Trevi is an attractive variety which would even look good in the flower border! The high quality heads have solid lime green curds which keep their bright colour even when cooked. This one is high in vitamin C, antioxidants and other nutrients.
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Last Updated:
15 February 2010 3:10 PM
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Location:
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