Home › Cauliflower › Grow in British Columbia
Can You Grow Cauliflower in British Columbia?
Canada · Canadian Zone 8 · zones 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Cauliflower grows well here if you time it for your cool season — fall crops are often more reliable than spring.
Plant zones
British Columbia last frost
British Columbia first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Cauliflowers in British Columbia
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on British Columbia's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Cauliflower
Cauliflower is one of the most rewarding cool-season brassicas — and one of the trickiest. It forms a dense white head that needs steady cool weather and consistent moisture.
Start indoors 6 weeks before last frost; transplant 2-3 weeks before last frost. Blanch heads by tying leaves over them once they're 2-3 inches across. Harvest before curds loosen.
Gardening in British Columbia
BC has dramatically different climates. The mild rainy coast (Zone 7-9) allows near-year-round growing. The interior is semi-arid (Zone 5-7) with hot summers and cold winters. One of Canada's most productive growing regions.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Cauliflower in British Columbia?
Cauliflower grows well here if you time it for your cool season — fall crops are often more reliable than spring.
What zone is British Columbia?
British Columbia spans Canadian Zone 8 (5, 6, 7, 8, 9).
When do you plant Cauliflowers in British Columbia?
Plant Cauliflowers around early March (start indoors Jan 18), harvest Apr 30 – Jun 9.