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Cauliflower 'Purple Cape'

Brassica oleracea (Botrytis Group)

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Purple Cape is part of the Mustard genus and is a Cauliflower variety. Its scientific name is Brassica oleracea (Botrytis Group) 'Purple Cape'. This variety is an Vegetable that typically grows as an Annual, which is defined as a plant that matures and completes its lifecycle over the course of a single year.

Be aware that Purple Cape Cauliflower typically needs a fair amount of maintenance and care in order to grow successfully. Ensure that you are aware of the soil, sun, ph and water requirements for this plant and keep an eye out for pests. Pay attention to weeding, feed and pruning schedules to ensure your plant remains in peak condition.

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How to grow Cauliflower 'Purple Cape'

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Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Purple Cape is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Purple Cape tends to grow best in a soil ph of between 6.5 and 7.0 meaning it does best in weakly acidic soil - neutral soil.

Growing Purple Cape from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 3.12 inches (8.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.58 inches (1.5 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 24°C / 75°F to ensure good germination.

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

Transplanting Purple Cape

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Purple Cape is a hardy plant.

Harvesting Purple Cape