West Virginia · Garden vegetables

Cauliflower season in West Virginia

Typically early September to late October, with peak mid-September through mid-October.

Hatched chalk = early and late shoulders; solid = peak.

At a glance

Early

From early September — first pickings, lighter supply, best prices come later.

Peak

mid-September through mid-October — full stalls, full flavor. This is the stretch to plan around.

Late

Through late October — quantity for preserving, and the stalls start dealing.

Season length

about 9 weeks end to end, shoulders included.


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Frequently asked questions

When is cauliflower season in West Virginia?

In West Virginia, the cauliflower season typically runs early September to late October, with peak availability mid-September through mid-October. Exact weeks shift a little with each year's weather.

Can I pick my own cauliflower in West Virginia?

Not offered u-pick; buy tight fresh heads at fall farm stands and markets. The best market weeks are mid-September through mid-October.

How long does cauliflower season last in West Virginia?

about 9 weeks end to end — early September to late October. The early and late shoulders are real but lighter; the solid stretch of chalk on the band is the sure bet.