About
Shalakha is an F1 hybrid cauliflower variety with medium maturity and slightly open, erect plant growth. It produces smooth, compact, high-dome, milky-white curds with good uniformity and moderate self-covering ability.
Key Features
- F1 hybrid variety
- Medium maturity
- Compact, smooth curds
- High-dome curd shape
- Milky-white colour
- Good uniformity
- Medium self-covering
Crop & Fruit Characteristics
- Curd maturity: 70–72 days after transplanting
- Curd weight: 800–1250 g
- Curd shape: High dome
- Curd colour: Milky white
- Field holding: 5–6 days
Recommended Season & States
- Suitable for early temperate season
- Sowing period: August–October
- Winter cultivation as per regional practices
Seed Rate per Acre
- Approx. 150 g/acre
- Recommended spacing: 60 × 45 cm
Additional Information
- Suitable for dense planting
- Medium self-covering ability
- Recommended for fresh-market cauliflower production
- Performance may vary with location, season and crop management.