When to plant cabbage
Hardy · tolerates frostCabbageis keyed to your local frost dates. The offsets below hold anywhere — but the calendar dates they land on don’t. Enter your ZIP for dates tuned to your city’s nearest NOAA station.
Cabbage planting timeline
Hardy: tolerates frost and can go out a few weeks before the last spring frost.
Shop cabbage seeds →AFFILIATECabbage planting FAQ
When should I start cabbage seeds indoors?
Start cabbage indoors 6–8 weeks before the last spring frost, so seedlings are ready to plant out once the weather warms.
Can I direct sow cabbage?
Cabbage is usually started indoors and transplanted rather than direct sown, for a reliable stand.
How long does cabbage take to grow?
Cabbage takes about 60–90 days from transplanting to harvest, depending on the variety and conditions.
Can I plant cabbage in the fall?
Yes — sow cabbage for a fall crop 10–12 weeks before the first fall frost.
Is cabbage frost-hardy?
Hardy: tolerates frost and can go out a few weeks before the last spring frost.
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