When to plant cauliflower in Bristol
Common questions
When will cauliflower be ready to harvest in Bristol?
Expect to harvest from around late May (May 28–Jun 22) in Bristol, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 75%.
When should I start cauliflower seeds indoors in Bristol?
Start seeds indoors around early March (Mar 1–Mar 22) in Bristol, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When can I transplant cauliflower outdoors in Bristol?
Transplant outdoors around late March (Mar 29–Apr 19) in Bristol, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
Can I plant cauliflower in autumn in Bristol?
Yes — Bristol supports a second, autumn sowing of cauliflower around early July (Jul 7–Jul 21), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Bristol?
Bristol has roughly 204 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 Bristol's frost dates.