When to plant cabbage in zone 3a
In zone 3a, the last spring frost usually comes around May 20 and the first fall frost around Sep 10. Here is when to plant cabbage.
Start seeds indoorsApr 8
Plant in the bedApr 29
Start pickingJul 8
Your cabbage calendar for zone 3a
- Apr 8: Start cabbage seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Apr 29: Plant cabbage in the bed
- Jul 8: Start picking cabbage
Keep it evenly watered so the heads do not split.
Spacing in a raised bed: 1 plant per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 3a. 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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