When to plant broccoli in zone 7b
In zone 7b, the last spring frost usually comes around Apr 1 and the first fall frost around Nov 3. Here is when to plant broccoli.
Start seeds indoorsFeb 18
Plant in the bedMar 11
Start pickingMay 15
Plant again for fallAug 16
Your broccoli calendar for zone 7b
- Feb 18: Start broccoli seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Mar 11: Plant broccoli in the bed
- May 15: Start picking broccoli
- Jul 5: Start broccoli seeds indoors for a fall crop
- Aug 16: Plant broccoli again for a fall crop
Cut the main head before the flowers open; smaller side shoots follow.
Spacing in a raised bed: 1 plant per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 7b. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
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