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🥬 Growing Cabbage in Zone 7b

Zone 7b has mild winters and a long growing season — good conditions for Cabbage. Last frost: Apr 10. First frost: Nov 7.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 27Nov 7

Season: Apr 10 – Nov 7 (211 days)

Zone7b

Last FrostApr 10

First FrostNov 7

Season Length211 days

Days to Harvest80

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceModerate

Spacing1/sqft (12" apart)

When to Plant Cabbage in Zone 7b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 27

Start Cabbage seeds indoors around Feb 27 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 70°F. Germinates in 5–10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 20

Transplant Cabbage seedlings outdoors after Mar 20. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45°F. Space plants at 1/sqft (12" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 24

First harvest approximately May 24 (~65 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 7).

Fall Planting: Aug 15

For a fall harvest, plant Cabbage around Aug 15 (12 weeks before first frost).

Companion Planting

✅ Potatoes✅ Mint ✅ Dill✅ Onions✅ Celery

❌ Beans❌ Tomatoes❌ Strawberries

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Cabbage in Zone 7b?

Start Cabbage seeds indoors around Feb 27. Transplant outdoors after Mar 20. Expect first harvest around May 24.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7b is Apr 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 7, giving a 211-day growing season.

Can I grow Cabbage in Zone 7b?

Yes. Cabbage needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 7b has a 211-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Cabbage in Zone 7b?

The best time to start Cabbage in Zone 7b is Feb. Begin seeds indoors around Feb 27, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Apr 10.

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 7b, expect your first harvest around May 24.

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