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  • From: jay sleichter <jaysleichter AT yahoo.com>
  • To: market-farming AT lists.ibiblio.org
  • Subject: [Market-farming] Broccoli and Cauliflower questions
  • Date: Thu, 5 Nov 2009 20:53:46 -0800 (PST)

I planted Broccoli and Cauliflower transplants in early August.  The days to maturity say they should have been ready by mid October.  The weather has been cloudy, cold, and rainy.  They are not in a high tunnel, I didn't have room at the time.  However, the broccoli is getting to a harvestable size.  7-10 days of clear, warmer  and sunny days should really get them going. The cauliflower is just starting to head out. small heads the size of quarters.  How long does it take to get them to a harvestable size?   I have some space in a tunnel, could I dig up some of the smaller plants and move them to give added protection and time?  Any ideas?

I might just make some low tunnels and see what happens.  I guess next year the fall crops will be planted in July!

Also, I had some loopers eating at the broccoli.  However, I am not finding any new damage.  I did find one small lopper on a head that I harvested.  What is the best was to rinse broccoli to get these guys out, if they are there? Also, we have had freezing weather. Is it safe to assume they are dead or are they not dead?

Thanks




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