Cabbage plant

When to plant cabbage in zone 3b

In zone 3b, the last spring frost usually comes around May 15 and the first fall frost around Sep 15. Here is when to plant cabbage.

Start seeds indoorsApr 3
Plant in the bedApr 24
Start pickingJul 3

Your cabbage calendar for zone 3b

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 3b. 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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