When to plant cauliflower in Edinburgh
Common questions
When will cauliflower be ready to harvest in Edinburgh?
Expect to harvest from around early June (Jun 3–Jun 28) in Edinburgh, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start cauliflower seeds indoors in Edinburgh?
Start seeds indoors around early March (Mar 7–Mar 28) in Edinburgh, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant cauliflower outdoors in Edinburgh?
Transplant outdoors around early April (Apr 4–Apr 25) in Edinburgh, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 89%.
Can I plant cauliflower in autumn in Edinburgh?
Yes — Edinburgh supports a second, autumn sowing of cauliflower around late June (Jun 26–Jul 10), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh has roughly 201 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 Edinburgh's frost dates.