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Green Alverda Cauliflower Seeds
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One of the best known green-headed cauliflower varieties, with a compact green head coloured by chlorophyll exposed to light. Mid-season cycle, autumn harvest.
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- Green Alverda Cauliflower
- The Green Alverda Cauliflower Plant
- How to Sow Green Alverda Cauliflower
- How to Grow Green Alverda Cauliflower
- Tips for Growing Green Alverda Cauliflower
- Diseases and Pests of green Alverda cauliflower
- Properties of green Alverda cauliflower
- Nutritional Values of green Alverda cauliflower (per 100 g)
Green Alverda Cauliflower
Green Alverda Cauliflower is one of the best known and most widespread green-headed varieties, alongside Green Goddess and Vorda. It stands out for its characteristic green head, compact and well formed, coloured by chlorophyll in the inflorescence exposed to light.
The Green Alverda Cauliflower Plant
Its botanical name is Brassica oleracea var. botrytis, belonging to the Cruciferae family (Brassicaceae). Unlike white varieties, the green Alverda cauliflower plant does not need the head fully shielded from light, since light exposure is exactly what promotes its typical green colouring.
How to Sow Green Alverda Cauliflower
Transplanting is generally done between spring and summer, depending on the desired growing schedule. Its growth cycle is comparable to other mid-season cauliflower varieties, with harvest generally taking place in autumn.
How to Grow Green Alverda Cauliflower
Green Alverda cauliflower prefers medium-textured, cool, well-drained soils with a pH between 6.5 and 7.5. It needs regular irrigation, especially in the early growth stages, to ensure even head development.
Harvest when the florets of the head are still tightly closed and compact, cutting plants at the collar and leaving a few protective leaves for handling.
Tips for Growing Green Alverda Cauliflower
Keep the soil free of weeds and respect transplanting distances (50-60 cm along the row, 60-80 cm between rows) to encourage even head development and reduce the risk of fungal diseases.
Diseases and Pests of green Alverda cauliflower
Like other Brassicaceae, it can be affected by downy mildew and bacterial diseases, favoured by prolonged humidity. Cabbage white caterpillars are the most common pests: good weed control and targeted Bacillus thuringiensis treatments help keep them in check.
Properties of green Alverda cauliflower
Green Alverda cauliflower is rich in vitamin C, fibre and minerals such as potassium and phosphorus. The presence of chlorophyll in the head adds to the already rich nutritional profile of this vegetable, also making it appreciated for its appearance in the kitchen.
Nutritional Values of green Alverda cauliflower (per 100 g)
- Calories: 26 kcal
- Protein: 2.0 g
- Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 4.9 g
- Fiber: 2.2 g
- Vitamin C: 52 mg
- Potassium: 305 mg