vegetable variety in zone 5b
Snowball Y cauliflower in zone 5b
Snowball Y · Brassica oleracea var. botrytis
- Zone
- 5b -15°F to -10°F
- Growing season
- 165 days
- Days to harvest
- 55 to 100
The verdict
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About Snowball Y
Mild, sweet, dense white curd; the classic home-garden cauliflower. Steaming, roasting, fresh, gratins. Self-blanching, reliable in cool springs and falls.
Critical timing for zone 5b
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Common challenges in zone 5b
- ▸ Plum curculio
- ▸ Codling moth
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
Modified care for zone 5b
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Snowball Y in adjacent zones
Other cauliflower varieties for zone 5b
- Cheddar
Mild, slightly sweeter than white, beta-carotene rich; bright orange curds that hold color when cooked. Roasti…
- Graffiti
Mild, slightly sweet, dramatic deep purple curd; holds color when cooked briefly. Roasting, fresh, pickled. An…
- Romanesco
Sweet, nutty, more complex than white cauliflower; chartreuse fractal-spiraled head. Roasting, steamed, fresh.…
Frequently asked questions
- Will Snowball Y cauliflower grow in zone 5b?
Yes. Snowball Y is recommended for USDA zones 3b through 7b, which includes zone 5b.
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