1) Some varieties naturally turn pink. 'Snow Crown' may turn pinkish in the heat of summer.
2) White forms, even if self-blanching, will sometimes have a pinkish tinge if exposed to too much sunlight. To keep the head white, cover the developing head by lifting the leaves loosely over it to protect it from the sun; secure the leaves with a clothespin or string.
3) ÃÛÌÒÁµÈË fluctuations can also cause pink or purple tinges. Hot weather followed by cool can trigger it. Very cool temperatures at harvest time can also cause pinking in the interior branches.
Cauliflower can turn pink for a few reasons.
1) Some varieties naturally turn pink. 'Snow Crown' may turn pinkish in the heat of summer.
2) White forms, even if self-blanching, will sometimes have a pinkish tinge if exposed to too much sunlight. To keep the head white, cover the developing head by lifting the leaves loosely over it to protect it from the sun; secure the leaves with a clothespin or string.
3) ÃÛÌÒÁµÈË fluctuations can also cause pink or purple tinges. Hot weather followed by cool can trigger it. Very cool temperatures at harvest time can also cause pinking in the interior branches.
4) Age can cause purpling of the curds.