When to plant broccoli in zone 8b
In zone 8b, the last spring frost usually comes around Mar 15 and the first fall frost around Nov 18. Here is when to plant broccoli.
Start seeds indoorsFeb 1
Plant in the bedFeb 22
Start pickingApr 28
Plant again for fallAug 31
Your broccoli calendar for zone 8b
- Feb 1: Start broccoli seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Feb 22: Plant broccoli in the bed
- Apr 28: Start picking broccoli
- Jul 20: Start broccoli seeds indoors for a fall crop
- Aug 31: Plant broccoli again for a fall crop
Cut the main head before the flowers open; smaller side shoots follow.
Spacing in a raised bed: 1 plant per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 8b. 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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