Cauliflower 'Ruapehu'

Brassica oleracea (Botrytis Group)

How to grow Cauliflower 'Ruapehu'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Ruapehu is generally regarded as a hardy plant, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Ruapehu needs a soil ph of 6.5 to 7.0 (weakly acidic soil - neutral soil).

Growing Ruapehu from seed

Sow 0.58 inches (1.5 cm) deep with a guideline distance of 3.12 inches (8.0 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 24°C / 75°F.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Ruapehu about 14 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Ruapehu

Ruapehu is hardy, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Ruapehu