Cauliflower plays a key role in the Indian culinary scene with its unique taste and versatile nature. You can grow it very easily in your home and enjoy a fresh harvest!
Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea var. botrytis
Other Names: Gobhi, Phool Gobhi, Phula Gobhi, Phool Gobhiyan, Karnabeet, Phool Kobi
Growing Season: Throughout the year
Ideal Temperature: 15-25°C
Uses: You can fry gobhis to make delicious sabzi or stuff them for making mouthwatering parathas.
Difficulty Level: Easy
How to Grow – Quick View
- Loam soil
- 5-6 hours of daily sunlight
- Water regularly to keep the soil moist
- Fertilize every month with organic fertilizer
How to Sow Seeds
- Fill the pots with potting mix and sow two-three seeds at the depth of 0.5 inch.
- If you have a garden, sow the seeds directly in the ground and cover with soil.
Seed Care
- Water the seeds every day to keep the soil moist.
How to Care for Cauliflower
Sunlight: Cauliflowers are sun-loving plants, so keep the pots where they can receive 5-6 hours of daily sunlight.
Watering: Water the plants at regular intervals to keep the soil moist.
Soil: A deep loamy soil, rich in organic matter is best for growing cauliflowers.
Fertilizer: Fertilize every month with an organic fertilizer.
Pests and Diseases: Leaf spot and powdery mildew pose danger to the growth of cauliflowers. So look for early signs of infection and use the right pesticides.
Harvesting: Cauliflowers are ready to harvest after 90-120 days of sowing the seeds. Obtain phool gobhis when they are firm and solid.
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