Romanesco Cauliflower Seeds

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Romanesco Cauliflower Seeds

A species unto itself: In the US and Canada, the Romanesco is called a cauliflower and, in Germany, it is a broccoli or cabbage.

Romanesco Cauliflower, also known as Roman Cauliflower is an edible flower originally documented in Italy in the 16th century. Romanesco is recently gaining popularity in US organic markets.

The Romanesco is an amazing chartreuse color and a "fractal" shape. It is as appealing to photograph as it is to eat.

Romanesco has a similar look and texture to cauliflower but tastes more like broccoli. Be careful to not over cook this vegetable as it will become mushy and unpleasant!

Additional Seed Details

Family: Brassicacaea (brass-ih-KAY-see-ee)
Genus: Brassica (BRAS-ee-ka)
Species: oleracea (awl-lur-RAY-see-uh)
Cultivar: Romanesco
Category: Vegetables
Seed Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom
Height: 18-24 in. (45-60cm)
Spacing: 18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Germination Time: 7 to 14 days
Days to Maturity: 72 days
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Danger: N/A
Bloom Color: Bright Yellow
Bloom Time: N/A
Foliage: Herbaceous, Veined
Soil Requirements: 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Propagation Methods: From seed, sow directly into soil to a depth of 1/4"-1/2" after last frost or sow indoors before last frost.
Other Details: Average water needs, water regularly, do not over-water