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Hope this isn't cauliflower buttoning!

10 years ago

Went out to check on the cauliflowers today and found that a couple of plants had tiny heads forming! Incredible given the heat these days as well as the hail it took last month!

Now, I've read a lot about buttoning - does mine look like that or will I be lucky enough to actually get a proper head?? The plants are pretty big, been in the ground since early May and the little curd in the pic is about 1.5 - 2 inches across. Thanks!

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wayne_5 zone 6a Central Indiana
10 years ago
Well, all cauliflower heads start from "buttons". I would say that if it receives plenty of water and you NOW tie the leaves fully up around the head to keep out ALL light, it might make a fair head.
farmerdill
10 years ago
Buttoning happens when stunted plants. your plant appears to be normal. Those heads develop fast so keep an eye on them. They can be full heads in three to five days. I would also tie the leaves together over the head. In the hot hot sun, exposed heads will discolor and have a strong taste. Be sure to cut them before the curd starts to seperate.
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