When to plant cauliflower in Rochester
Common questions
When will cauliflower be ready to harvest in Rochester?
Expect to harvest from around late June (Jun 21–Jul 16) in Rochester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start cauliflower seeds indoors in Rochester?
Start seeds indoors around mid March (Mar 18–Apr 8) in Rochester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant cauliflower outdoors in Rochester?
Transplant outdoors around late April (Apr 22–May 13) in Rochester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
Can I plant cauliflower in autumn in Rochester?
Yes — Rochester supports a second, autumn sowing of cauliflower around mid June (Jun 18–Jul 2), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Rochester?
Rochester has roughly 173 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 Rochester's frost dates.