When to plant cabbage in zone 9b
In zone 9b, the last spring frost usually comes around Feb 15 and the first fall frost around Dec 10. Here is when to plant cabbage.
Start seeds indoorsJan 4
Plant in the bedJan 25
Start pickingApr 5
Plant again for fallSep 17
Your cabbage calendar for zone 9b
- Jan 4: Start cabbage seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Jan 25: Plant cabbage in the bed
- Apr 5: Start picking cabbage
- Aug 6: Start cabbage seeds indoors for a fall crop
- Sep 17: 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 9b. 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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