Is your cauliflower producing tiny heads instead of full, firm curds? You might be dealing with buttoning, a common issue that frustrates many gardeners. In this short video, we’ll explain what buttoning is, why it happens, and how to prevent it when growing cauliflower. 🥦
Buttoning occurs when cauliflower plants form small, premature heads before they have enough leaves to support a full-sized curd. This can happen for several reasons:
✅ 1. Temperature Stress – Planting too early or experiencing sudden cold snaps can shock the plant into forming buttons.
✅ 2. Poor Soil Fertility – Cauliflower is a heavy feeder. Lack of nitrogen or overall nutrients can limit healthy leaf growth.
✅ 3. Transplant Shock – If seedlings are root-bound, underdeveloped, or experience stress during transplanting, buttoning can occur.
✅ 4. Inconsistent Watering – Fluctuations in soil moisture can stress the plant, causing it to initiate curd formation too early.
✅ 5. Improper Spacing or Crowding – Crowded plants compete for light and nutrients, which stunts growth and promotes early buttoning.
Avoid these mistakes to grow large, healthy cauliflower heads! 🌿
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