Cauliflower, Style : Fresh

• BOTANICAL NAME: Brassica oleracea

• Name: Cauliflower

Cauliflower is a cool-season crop and a descendant of the common cabbage. It is more difficult to than its relatives because it does not tolerate the heat or cold as well. For this reason, cauliflower is usually grown commercially.

If you plant to attempt growing cauliflower in the home garden, it requires consistently cool temperatures with temperatures in the 60s. Otherwise, it prematurely “button”—form small button-size heads—rather than forming one, nice white head.

Cauliflower is often considered one of the healthiest foods on earth- and there is good reason why. With its rich supply of health-promoting phytochemicals, high level of anti-inflammatory compounds, and ability to ward off cancer, heart disease, brain disease, and even weight gain- it seems there isn’t much cauliflower can’t do.

•  Reduces Cancer Risk

•  Fights Inflammation

•  Decreases Risk for Heart Disease & Brain Disorders

•  Provides High Levels of Vitamins and Minerals (especially important Vitamin C and Vitamin K)

•  Improves Digestion and Detoxification