Cauliflower ‘Violetto di Sicilia’ Seeds | Purple Sicilian Cauliflower | Franchi Seeds

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.

🌱 Sow May-Jul in a seedbed or modules.
☀️ 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
🌱 Depth: 1.5 cm
📅 Sow: May to July
☀️ Light: Full sun
🌡️ Germ: 7-12 days
📏 Height/Spread: Medium, compact plant
🪴 Space: 50-60 cm apart
⏳ Harvest: October to December (from summer sowing)
🪙 Seeds: Approx. 1200 seeds

Tips & Tricks
For the most intense purple colour, ensure plants get plenty of sunlight. The colour is retained when eaten raw or lightly steamed. Blanching (tying leaves over the head) is not necessary, as the purple colour acts as a natural sunscreen. Excellent companion for lettuce and beans.

Garden-to-Table Recipe
Roasted Purple Cauliflower with Garlic & Lemon

• 1 head ‘Violetto di Sicilia’ cauliflower, cut into florets

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 3 garlic cloves, sliced

• Zest and juice of 1 lemon

• Fresh parsley, chopped

• Salt and black pepper

1. Preheat oven to 220°C.

2. Toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.

3. Roast for 20-25 mins, until tender and edges are crispy.

4. Toss with lemon zest, juice, and fresh parsley before serving.
   A simple, vibrant side dish that showcases its beautiful colour and flavour.