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ðŸŒą Sow: July | Hardy and productive in Irish conditions
ðŸ―ïļ Authentic Italian flavour for soups, salads and braising
ðŸŠī Grows well in raised beds and vegetable gardens across Ireland
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]]> Violetto di Sicilia is a purple cauliflower from Sicily. The deep mauve-purple heads are striking in the garden and on the plate. The colour transforms to green when cooked, unless you roast it, which keeps some of the purple tones.

This is not a novelty variety. It is a genuine regional Sicilian vegetable with excellent flavour and texture. Hardy and reliable in Irish growing conditions. One of those crops that makes your garden look like an Italian market.

Cauliflower ‘Violetto di Sicilia’ (Sicilian Violet) is a stunning regional variety from Sicily, prized for its vibrant deep mauve-purple heads that transform to green when cooked. Beyond its striking appearance, it offers a sweet, mild flavour and retains more antioxidants than white varieties. A must-try for gardeners seeking beauty and nutrition. This packet contains approximately 1200 seeds.

ðŸŒą Sow May-Jul in a seedbed or modules.
☀ïļ Prefers full sun. Essential for developing the rich purple colour.
💧 Water consistently. Crucial for forming solid, colourful heads.
📏 Produces medium-sized, vibrant purple heads. A unique ornamental edible.

Bullet Technical Data
ðŸŒą Depth: 1.5 cm
📅 Sow: May to July
☀ïļ Light: Full sun
ðŸŒĄïļ Germ: 7-12 days
📏 Height/Spread: Medium, compact plant
ðŸŠī Space: 50-60 cm apart
âģ Harvest: October to December (from summer sowing)
🊙 Seeds: Approx. 1200 seeds

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