When to plant cauliflower in Milwaukee
Common questions
When will cauliflower be ready to harvest in Milwaukee?
Expect to harvest from around late June (Jun 21–Jul 16) in Milwaukee, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start cauliflower seeds indoors in Milwaukee?
Start seeds indoors around mid March (Mar 12–Apr 2) in Milwaukee, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant cauliflower outdoors in Milwaukee?
Transplant outdoors around late April (Apr 22–May 13) in Milwaukee, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
Can I plant cauliflower in autumn in Milwaukee?
Yes — Milwaukee supports a second, autumn sowing of cauliflower around late June (Jun 22–Jul 6), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Milwaukee?
Milwaukee has roughly 182 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 Milwaukee's frost dates.