{"product_id":"early-snowball-cauliflower-organic-seeds","title":"Early Snowball Cauliflower Organic Seeds (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis) – Heirloom Self-Blanching White Cauliflower, Compact \u0026 Fast-Maturing","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e100+ Seeds\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEarly Snowball Cauliflower removes cauliflower's hardest part: you don't have to tie it. This French heirloom from the 1880s earned its place on European royal tables and remained a garden standard for 140 years because it simply works. Naturally protective leaves curl and wrap around developing heads, creating self-blanching protection from light without fussing. Growing on compact plants with exceptional foliage, Early Snowball produces dense, smooth, creamy white heads averaging 6-9 inches and weighing 3-5 pounds... perfectly sized for families and markets. The flavor is mild and slightly nutty, with tender curds remaining sweet even when mature. At just 55-65 days from transplant, this variety thrives in cool seasons and produces heads that linger without splitting. Excellent fresh, roasted, or frozen... Early Snowball eliminates guesswork and delivers consistent, beautiful harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Grows Early Snowball Cauliflower Seeds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCool-season gardeners wanting reliable, fuss-free cauliflower. Organic growers seeking certified heritage varieties. Market gardeners valuing uniform heads. Anyone frustrated by cauliflower difficulty. Heirloom seed savers. Fall and winter gardeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat This French Heirloom Brassica Actually Is\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea var. botrytis\u003c\/em\u003e 'Early Snowball'. Open-pollinated French heirloom from 19th century, popularized by Ferry-Morse in 1941. Medium-sized 24-inch plant with excellent foliage. Naturally self-blanching: protective leaves curl around heads protecting white curds. Dense, smooth, creamy white heads 6-9 inches across, weighing 3-5 pounds. Matures 55-65 days from transplant. Mild, sweet, slightly nutty flavor. Tender curds remain juicy. Uniform maturity. Cold-hardy. USDA zones 3-12. Organic-eligible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the Kitchen \u0026amp; Garden\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Eating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild, nutty flavor raw in salads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasted:\u003c\/strong\u003e Curds caramelize with olive oil and garlic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteamed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender texture for simple preparation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoups:\u003c\/strong\u003e White color creates elegant cream soups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreezing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent quality retention when blanched.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePickling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm texture holds well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Garden:\u003c\/strong\u003e Needs less space than sprawling varieties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Autumn plantings perfect for season-end.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarket Appeal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uniform heads attract buyers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Early Snowball Cauliflower Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA 3-12. Cool-season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indoors 4-6 weeks before transplant. Direct sow 6-8 weeks before frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecond Crop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midsummer for autumn harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60-70°F optimal. 8-12 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-drained, consistent moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral to slightly acidic (6.5-7.5).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, 6+ hours daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches between plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consistent moisture prevents buttoning and cracking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Retains moisture, keeps roots cool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55-65 days from transplant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlanching:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-blanching—leaves wrap, no tying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e When heads feel firm and curds tight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead Linger:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature heads stay garden-fresh without rushing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePest Prevention:\u003c\/strong\u003e Row covers protect from flea beetles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRotation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alternate with other brassicas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore You Close This Page\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFrench heirloom self-blanching cauliflower, compact 24 inches. Pure white 6-9 inch heads, 3-5 pounds. Leaves wrap naturally, no tying. Dense smooth curds, mild nutty flavor. 55-65 day maturity. Organic-eligible. Fresh, roasted, frozen, pickled. Cool-season spring\/fall. USDA zones 3-12. Uniform heads. Reliable, fuss-free. The royalty-approved cauliflower that works.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"terramatergardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54012936880446,"sku":"11459","price":2.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/8836\/7166\/files\/candles-5434.png?v=1785634643","url":"https:\/\/www.terramatergardens.com\/products\/early-snowball-cauliflower-organic-seeds","provider":"Terra Mater Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}