Michael John Day A compact cauliflower, forming distinctive golden yellow to bright orange curds wrapped in deep green leaves. Sow in spring to harvest in late summer and early autumn; baby heads make a colourful addition to salads
0.5-1 metres
0.5-1 metres
| Season | Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | ||||
| Summer | ||||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Sow seed outdoors in deep, fertile but firm, soil that isn't too acidic. If space is limited, start the seeds in modules or seedtrays and plant outside when big enough to handle easily (about 5 or 6 leaves). Watering through the summer months is very important. See cauliflower cultivation for further advice
Propagate by seed. See sowing vegetable seeds or sowing seeds indoors
No pruning required
May be susceptible to flea beetle, cabbage caterpillars, pigeons and snails, although once plants are established, this damage isn't usually severe. May also be susceptible to cabbage root fly and mealy cabbage aphid
May be susceptible to club root, brassica downy mildew and brassica white blister