When to plant broccoli 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 broccoli.
Start seeds indoorsJan 4
Plant in the bedJan 25
Start pickingMar 31
Plant again for fallSep 22
Your broccoli calendar for zone 9b
- Jan 4: Start broccoli seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Jan 25: Plant broccoli in the bed
- Mar 31: Start picking broccoli
- Aug 11: Start broccoli seeds indoors for a fall crop
- Sep 22: 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 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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