Cauliflower Plants

Your cauliflower plant makes a versatile addition to your cooking with nutrition at the forefront. We only offer the best cauliflower plants so you can create your own nutritious vegetable patch.

·        Contact us for any advice. Our expert team is available six days a week.

·        Your cauliflower plant is dispatched within 24-48 hours directly from our nursery.

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Cauliflower plant FAQs

Take a look at our advice when you're looking to buy cauliflower plants in the UK. If you have any queries
you can contact our customer service team six days a week or browse our general FAQs for further guidance.

When should I plant cauliflower plants?

The best time to plant cauliflower plants in the UK depends on the variety and desired harvest season. You can filter this based on your preference at the top of our page using the 'Harvest Month' filter.

For spring cauliflower plants, plant your seedlings between April and May. Each cauliflower plant on our website for sale has its own growing calendar, so you have all the information you need for the cauliflower plant you buy.

How do I plant cauliflower plants?

  1. Choose a sunny spot with well-drained, fertile soil that retains moisture. Prepare the soil by incorporating plenty of organic matter, such as compost or well-rotted manure, and ensure the pH is neutral to slightly alkaline.
  2. Space your cauliflower plants 45–60cm (18–24
    inches) apart in rows 60cm (24 inches) apart, and plant them deep enough to support their stems.

How long do cauliflower plants take to grow?

A cauliflower plant typically takes 12 to 16 weeks to grow from transplanting to harvest, depending
on the variety and growing conditions. Early varieties may mature in as little as 12 weeks, while main-crop or winter varieties can take closer to 16 weeks.

Why should I grow cauliflower plants?

Growing cauliflower plants is rewarding as they are
a nutritious vegetable, rich in vitamins C and K, fibre and antioxidants, making them a healthy addition to your diet. Cauliflower is a versatile crop that can be used in a variety of dishes, from roasted florets to
cauliflower rice or soups. By growing your own, you can enjoy fresh, pesticide-free produce, harvested at its peak flavour.

Cauliflower plants thrive in cool weather, making them ideal for the UK climate and suitable for spring,
summer, autumn or even winter harvesting, depending on the variety.

Where can I grow cauliflower plants?

Cauliflower plants can be grown in a variety of locations across the UK, provided they are in fertile, well-drained soil and a sunny or partially shaded spot. They are ideal for vegetable gardens, raised beds or allotments.

Why buy cauliflower plants from Marshalls Garden?

  • You are supported by a team of experts dedicated to providing valuable advice. You can also use our growing guides, backed by 75 years of experience, to get the best results from your cauliflower plants.
  • You can contact us six days a week – including bank holidays – to discuss our range of cauliflower plants and services or to chat about all things gardening.
  • We pride ourselves on offering fast delivery on
    all orders    . Our cauliflower plants are dispatched directly from our nursery as fresh as they can be, within 24-48 hours. We're green-fingered in more ways than one, thanks to our fully recyclable packaging.
  • We won the Silver Award for Best Online Retailer
    at the 2022 Great British Growing Awards.
  • Rated 'Excellent' on Trustpilot, we have thousands of 5-star reviews, while our 100% satisfaction
    guarantee     on all our products shows we're a company you can trust.