When to plant cauliflower in Baton Rouge
Common questions
When will cauliflower be ready to harvest in Baton Rouge?
Expect to harvest from around early April (Apr 4–Apr 29) in Baton Rouge, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start cauliflower seeds indoors in Baton Rouge?
Start seeds indoors around early January (Jan 6–Jan 27) in Baton Rouge, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant cauliflower outdoors in Baton Rouge?
Transplant outdoors around early February (Feb 3–Feb 24) in Baton Rouge, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
Can I plant cauliflower in autumn in Baton Rouge?
Yes — Baton Rouge supports a second, autumn sowing of cauliflower around late July (Jul 25–Aug 8), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Baton Rouge?
Baton Rouge has roughly 278 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 Baton Rouge's frost dates.