When to plant cabbage in zone 4a
In zone 4a, the last spring frost usually comes around May 12 and the first fall frost around Sep 21. Here is when to plant cabbage.
Start seeds indoorsMar 31
Plant in the bedApr 21
Start pickingJun 30
Your cabbage calendar for zone 4a
- Mar 31: Start cabbage seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Apr 21: Plant cabbage in the bed
- Jun 30: 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 4a. 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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