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🥬 Growing Cabbage in Zone 5b

Zone 5b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Cabbage in this zone. Last frost: Apr 28. First frost: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 17Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 days)

Zone5b

Last FrostApr 28

First FrostOct 8

Season Length163 days

Days to Harvest80

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceModerate

Spacing1/sqft (12" apart)

When to Plant Cabbage in Zone 5b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 17

Start Cabbage seeds indoors around Mar 17 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 70°F. Germinates in 5–10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 7

Transplant Cabbage seedlings outdoors after Apr 7. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45°F. Space plants at 1/sqft (12" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 11

First harvest approximately Jun 11 (~65 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

Fall Planting: Jul 16

For a fall harvest, plant Cabbage around Jul 16 (12 weeks before first frost).

Companion Planting

✅ Potatoes✅ Mint ✅ Dill✅ Onions✅ Celery

❌ Beans❌ Tomatoes❌ Strawberries

Cabbage in Other Zones

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Cabbage in Zone 5b?

Start Cabbage seeds indoors around Mar 17. Transplant outdoors after Apr 7. Expect first harvest around Jun 11.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 5b is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Cabbage in Zone 5b?

Yes. Cabbage needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 5b has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Cabbage in Zone 5b?

The best time to start Cabbage in Zone 5b is Mar. Begin seeds indoors around Mar 17, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Apr 28.

What companion plants grow well with Cabbage?

Good companion plants for Cabbage include Potatoes, Mint, Dill, Onions, Celery. Avoid planting Cabbage near Beans, Tomatoes, Strawberries.

How long does Cabbage take to harvest?

Cabbage takes approximately 80 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 5b, expect your first harvest around Jun 11.

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