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should not be too heavy, although the plants are 

 heavy feeders. The compost should contain a fair 

 amount of well rotted manure. In addition, a well 

 balanced fertilizer may be added at the rate of 

 1,000 pounds per acre. Lime should also be added 

 to the beds at least once every two years. This will 

 sweeten the soil in case it has a tendency to sour. 

 Cauliflower requires an abundance of water. Lack 

 of sufficient water may check the growth, an effect 

 that will result in small or no heads. On the other 

 hand, overwatering may produce an excess of foliage 

 at the expense of head development. In warm 

 weather, the plants and the walks should be syringed 

 in order to keep the atmosphere moist. The best 

 night temperature is about 50 to 55 degrees F. and 

 the day temperature from 65 to 70 degrees. Plenty 

 of ventilation should be provided; but drafts should 

 be avoided. 



