Cauliflower

Brassica oleracea var. botrytis, Brassicaceae

Zones

2a–10b

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Annual

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

6 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Brussels SproutsBrassica oleracea var. gemmifera

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Tepary BeanPhaseolus acutifolius

Nitrogen Fixation

Antagonistic Plants

English WalnutJuglans regia

Walnut juglone toxicity prevents normal growth and development of cauliflower

Garden StrawberryFragaria x ananassa

Brassica crop residues release allelopathic compounds that can suppress strawberry establishment and growth

KohlrabiBrassica oleracea var. gongylodes

Different brassica varieties compete for similar nutrients and can attract the same pests when grown together

Rat-Tail RadishRaphanus sativus var. caudatus

Both brassicas compete heavily for similar nutrients and space, can inhibit each other's growth

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

Flowers

Common Questions

What zones does Cauliflower grow in?

Cauliflower grows in USDA hardiness zones 2a through 10b.

What are good companion plants for Cauliflower?

Good companions for Cauliflower include Brussels Sprouts, Tepary Bean.

Design guilds with Cauliflower and see companion relationships visually.

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