When to plant cabbage 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 cabbage.
Start seeds indoorsFeb 18
Plant in the bedMar 11
Start pickingMay 20
Plant again for fallAug 11
Your cabbage calendar for zone 7b
- Feb 18: Start cabbage seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Mar 11: Plant cabbage in the bed
- May 20: Start picking cabbage
- Jun 30: Start cabbage seeds indoors for a fall crop
- Aug 11: Plant cabbage again for a fall crop
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 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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