Cauliflower DescriptionBotanical Name: BrassicaCauliflower is identified by its edible, rounded mass of curds. The cauliflower head grows in the center of a mass of leaves. In general, cauliflower leaves are long, narrow, and bright green in color and take up quite a bit of space. Plant CharacteristicsPlant Category: Herbs & VegetablesName: CauliflowerPlant Type: VegetableMature Size: 2' to 3'Water: Moderate to heavyExposure:: Full sunSpacing: 3'Soil Type: Clay; loam; sand; acidic; alkaline; well drainedPlanting Time: April to October CommentsComments: Needs plenty of water and fertilzer. A good producer when planted in summer for fall harvest.