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Cauliflower romanesco, one of the most beautiful vegetables, is an old Italian variety that resembles the taste of broccoli and cauliflower. The lime-green tightly packed spirals form a beautiful structure arranged in the Fibonacci sequence. A cool-weather vegetable, cauliflower romanesco can be grown easily from seeds in the autumn-winter season. Cauliflower romanesco can be prepared just like broccoli or cauliflower i.e. blanched, braised or cooked. Consume the harvested curd within 2-3 days for the best flavours.
Growing guide for Cauliflower Romanesco Seeds
Planting instructions
Plant cauliflower romanesco seeds at a depth of ½ inches in full sun and soil enriched with aged manure. Keep the soil evenly moist. The seeds will germinate within 7 to 10 days in ideal growing conditions. The best companion plants for cauliflower romanesco include beetroot, chard, sage, and rosemary. Do not plant romanesco near tomatoes.
Growing Requirements
pests & diseases
Cauliflower romanesco can be attacked by cabbage worms, aphids, loopers and cutworms. Regular checking and organic neem spray are recommended to keep these in check. In addition to these, cauliflower romanesco is susceptible to root rot and downy mildew which can occur due to soggy soil. Maintain good drainage to avoid these diseases.
soil
Cauliflower romanesco prefers soil rich in organic matter. Hence it is advised to add some aged manure to the soil before planting. The ideal pH range would be 6.5 to 7.5.
spot
Grow cauliflower romanesco in full direct sun.
temperature
Ideal soil temperature for germination of cauliflower romanesco seeds ranges between 18-24°C.
watering
Cauliflower romanesco require event moist soil for good curd formation. Mulch the ground to prepare the site for better moisture retention.
how to harvest
Start harvesting cauliflower romanesco as soon as the heads take full shape. Use a sharp knife to harvest the curd near the soil surface. The harvested romanesco will stay fresh for 2-3 days in the refrigerator.
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