Climate

• Plains as well as high ranges of Kerala
• Optimum Temperature Range: 15-21°C for growth and curd formation
• Effect of Low Temperature: Below 10°C delays maturity, leading to undersized button formation.
• Effect of High Temperature: Results in yellowish, leafy curds.

Soil

• Well drained soil with open sunlight is ideal for growth of the crop
• Well-drained sandy loam to clay loam soils rich in organic matter
• Optimum Soil pH: 5.5-6.5.

Season

• Sowing is to be done during October – November