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CAULI CATASTROPHE

Last year my cauliflowers (‘All The Year Round’) did well initially – both formed tiny perfect heads. Then they started wilting, the heads yellowed and then finally went brown.

Charlotte Rydz, Nottingham

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STTEVE SAYS: Unfortunately, your cauliflowers appear to have been damaged by the frost and general poor weather. The plants are hardy, but the curds are easily damaged by cold or wet conditions.

‘All The Year Round’ should be ready for harvest between June and October, depending on

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