When to plant cauliflower in Vancouver
Common questions
When will cauliflower be ready to harvest in Vancouver?
Expect to harvest from around mid May (May 18–Jun 12) in Vancouver, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start cauliflower seeds indoors in Vancouver?
Start seeds indoors around mid January (Jan 16–Feb 6) in Vancouver, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant cauliflower outdoors in Vancouver?
Transplant outdoors around mid March (Mar 19–Apr 9) in Vancouver, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
Can I plant cauliflower in autumn in Vancouver?
Yes — Vancouver supports a second, autumn sowing of cauliflower around mid July (Jul 18–Aug 1), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Vancouver?
Vancouver has roughly 274 frost-free days, which is enough time to grow cauliflower to maturity outdoors.
Sow cauliflower as soon as the soil is workable — it tolerates cool weather and light frost. Every date on this page is derived from that rule and Vancouver's frost dates.