When to plant cabbage in zone 9a
In zone 9a, the last spring frost usually comes around Mar 1 and the first fall frost around Dec 1. Here is when to plant cabbage.
Start seeds indoorsJan 18
Plant in the bedFeb 8
Start pickingApr 19
Plant again for fallSep 8
Your cabbage calendar for zone 9a
- Jan 18: Start cabbage seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Feb 8: Plant cabbage in the bed
- Apr 19: Start picking cabbage
- Jul 28: Start cabbage seeds indoors for a fall crop
- Sep 8: Plant cabbage again for a fall crop
Keep it evenly watered so the heads do not split.
Spacing in a raised bed: 1 plant per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 9a. 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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