Early Snowball is a time-tested heirloom that has graced American seed catalogs since the 1880s. It consistently produces smooth, tightly packed, pure-white heads averaging 6–7 inches across and weighing 1–2 pounds. The flavor is mild, creamy, and slightly nutty, perfect for fresh eating, steaming, roasting, or freezing. Unlike many modern hybrids, Early Snowball is reliably self-blanching: its broad inner leaves naturally curl up and over the developing curd, protecting it from sun and keeping the head snowy white without the need to tie or cover it by hand. Maturity comes early, 70–80 days from transplant (as little as 50–55 days from seed in ideal spring conditions), making it one of the fastest cauliflowers available and an excellent choice for both early spring and fall crops. Plants are compact and upright, 24–30 inches tall and wide, so they fit nicely into smaller gardens or raised beds.
 
Quick Growing Tips
Start seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before your last spring frost, or 10–12 weeks before fall frost.
Transplant when seedlings have 4–6 true leaves, spacing 18–24 inches apart in rows 24–30 inches apart.
Choose rich, moisture-retentive soil heavily amended with compost or aged manure; cauliflower is a heavy feeder.
Keep soil consistently moist and cool; mulch heavily. Fluctuating moisture or heat stress causes small heads or “buttoning.”
Side-dress with a balanced fertilizer or compost tea when heads start forming (about golf-ball size).
Harvest when heads are full, tight, and still bright white; cut with a sharp knife, leaving a few wrapper leaves for protection.
 
Early Snowball delivers dependable, picture-perfect cauliflower even in less-than-ideal seasons. Its combination of earliness, self-blanching habit, and classic mild flavor makes it the go-to heirloom for gardeners who want beautiful white heads without extra fuss.

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