When to plant broccoli in Alaska
Alaska spans USDA zones 2a–6a, so the right time to plant broccoli shifts by weeks across the state. The window to transplant seedlings outdoors runs from about April 12 in Juneau city and to May 1 in Badger — below are local dates for 7 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Transplant out |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchorage | 5a | May 16 | September 20 | April 25 – May 9 |
| Fairbanks | 2a | May 16 | September 6 | April 25 – May 9 |
| Juneau city and | 6a | May 3 | October 14 | April 12 – April 26 |
| Knik-Fairview | 5a | May 18 | September 20 | April 27 – May 11 |
| Badger | 2a | May 22 | September 2 | May 1 – May 15 |
| College | 2b | May 18 | September 6 | April 27 – May 11 |
| North Lakes | 5a | May 16 | September 23 | April 25 – May 9 |
Broccoli in Alaska: FAQ
When can I plant broccoli in Alaska?
Across Alaska, the time to transplant broccoli spans roughly April 12 in Juneau city and to May 1 in Badger, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the broccoli planting date vary across Alaska?
Yes. Alaska publishes 7 cities with their own frost dates, so the right broccoli planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does broccoli take to grow in Alaska?
Broccoli takes about 55–80 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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