When to plant cauliflower in Alaska
Alaska spans USDA zones 2a–6a, so the right time to plant cauliflower shifts by weeks across the state. The window to transplant seedlings outdoors runs from about April 19 in Juneau city and to May 8 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 | May 2 – May 16 |
| Fairbanks | 2a | May 16 | September 6 | May 2 – May 16 |
| Juneau city and | 6a | May 3 | October 14 | April 19 – May 3 |
| Knik-Fairview | 5a | May 18 | September 20 | May 4 – May 18 |
| Badger | 2a | May 22 | September 2 | May 8 – May 22 |
| College | 2b | May 18 | September 6 | May 4 – May 18 |
| North Lakes | 5a | May 16 | September 23 | May 2 – May 16 |
Cauliflower in Alaska: FAQ
When can I plant cauliflower in Alaska?
Across Alaska, the time to transplant cauliflower spans roughly April 19 in Juneau city and to May 8 in Badger, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the cauliflower planting date vary across Alaska?
Yes. Alaska publishes 7 cities with their own frost dates, so the right cauliflower 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 cauliflower take to grow in Alaska?
Cauliflower 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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