Large or small heads, equally mature are equally desirable. A ricey or granular appearance is not objectionable unless the flower clusters are spreading.

Spotted, speckled or bruised curds should be avoided unless they can be trimmed without excessive waste.

Grades     There is only one grade for cauliflower, U.S.1
This consists of compact heads of cauliflower which are not discolored or over mature.  The cauliflower must be free of soft or wet decay and from damage caused by wilting, fuzziness, riciness, enlarged bracts, bruises, hollow stems, dirt, or other foreign matter, disease, insects, or mechanical or other means.

Heads may not be less than 4 inches in diameter.  Jacket leaves shall be fresh, green, and free from damage. Leaves shall be well trimmed.