{"product_id":"cauliflower-snowball-y-improved-500-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Cauliflower Snowball Y Improved 500 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(100, 180, 50);\"\u003eCauliflower Snowball Y Improved\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a time-tested heirloom variety that delivers consistent results for gardeners of all experience levels. This improved strain produces exceptionally dense, pure white heads with tightly packed florets that maintain their quality through harvest and storage. The compact plant structure makes efficient use of garden space while enhanced fungus resistance reduces common disease pressures, particularly in humid growing conditions. The superior flavor profile makes these cauliflower heads equally suited to fresh preparation, roasting, steaming, or incorporating into your favorite recipes. Ready to harvest in approximately 70–80 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(19, 76, 6);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 11\/25. WILL.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Cauliflower Snowball Y Improved?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDense, Pure White Heads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces compact, snow-white heads with tight, uniform florets — excellent fresh, roasted, or steamed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved Fungus Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enhanced disease resistance over standard Snowball varieties — more reliable performance in humid conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMild, Sweet Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender texture and mild sweetness that works beautifully in virtually every cauliflower application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUniform Growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consistent head size and maturity for predictable harvests and easier meal planning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Plant Structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space-efficient plants ideal for smaller gardens and raised beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom \u0026amp; Open-Pollinated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Passed down through generations for at least 75 years — save seeds year after year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants whose DNA has not been altered in ways that do not occur naturally through traditional breeding methods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun — at least 6 hours per day for best head development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0. Amend with compost before planting — cauliflower is a heavy feeder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarting Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost. Transplant outdoors when soil temps reach 50–85°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 18–24 inches apart in rows 30–36 inches apart for proper head development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist — inconsistent watering causes buttoning (small heads) or poor curd development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply nitrogen-rich fertilizer at planting; side-dress with balanced fertilizer as heads begin to form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlanching:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tie outer leaves over the developing head when it reaches 2–3 inches to protect from sunlight and maintain pure white color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest when heads are firm, tight, and 6–8 inches in diameter. Cut with a sharp knife, leaving a few leaves attached for protection during storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose David’s Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David’s Garden Seeds has taken the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Seed Integrity Pledge\" href=\"https:\/\/www.safeseedpledge.org\/\" style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David’s Garden Seeds® holds a valid Vegetable Seed License, ensuring our seeds meet state and federal quality standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e David answers all customer service questions. Usually within a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasted:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toss florets in olive oil, salt, and pepper — roast at 425°F for 20–25 minutes until golden and caramelized.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteamed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steam whole or in florets for 5–8 minutes for a clean, tender side dish — serve with butter or cheese sauce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCauliflower Rice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pulse raw florets in a food processor for a low-carb rice substitute — sauté with garlic and herbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMashed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steam and mash with butter and cream for a low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoups:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blend roasted cauliflower with broth, onion, and cream for a silky, comforting soup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRaw with Dip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Serve fresh florets with hummus, ranch, or your favorite dip for a crunchy, nutritious snack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(238, 23, 58);\"\u003eOrder Snowball Y Improved Cauliflower Seeds Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOrder yours today and grow your own fresh cauliflower in your spring and fall gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApplies to harvested cauliflower (not planting seeds). Per 1 cup (107g) raw cauliflower:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalories:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Fat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3g (0% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSodium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32mg (1% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Carbohydrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.3g (2% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fiber:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.1g (8% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Sugars:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtein:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.1g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C:\u003c\/strong\u003e 51.6mg (57% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin K:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16.6mcg (14% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFolate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 57mcg (14% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 320mg (7% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Percent Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet. 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