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My cauliflower head forming in my garden is turning pink. Is it ok to eat? #206764

Asked August 14, 2014, 7:51 PM EDT

My cauliflower head forming in my garden is turning pink. Is it ok to eat?

Hennepin County Minnesota

Expert Response

Summer heat often causes cauliflower heads to go off-color. It's OK to eat, but the flavor may also be affected. It helps to tie up the leaves to blanch the heads.

Information here may be useful:

Cauliflower in the Garden
https://extension.usu.edu/files/publications/factsheet/HG_Garden_2004-04.pdf

An Ask Extension Expert Replied August 14, 2014, 9:51 PM EDT

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