Growing Napa Cabbage in Zone 8a

Zone 8a has warm winters and an extended growing season — excellent for heat-loving crops like Napa Cabbage. Last frost: Apr 5. First frost: Oct 28.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 22Oct 28

Season: Apr 5 – Oct 28 (206 days)

Zone8a

Last FrostApr 5

First FrostOct 28

Season Length206 days

Days to Harvest70

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceModerate

Spacing12/sqft

When to Plant Napa Cabbage in Zone 8a

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 22

Start Napa Cabbage seeds indoors around Feb 22 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 70°F. Germinates in 5–10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 15

Transplant Napa Cabbage seedlings outdoors after Mar 15. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45°F. Space plants at 12/sqft. Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 19

First harvest approximately May 19 (~65 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 28).

Fall Planting: Aug 5

For a fall harvest, plant Napa Cabbage around Aug 5 (12 weeks before first frost).

Napa Cabbage in Other Zones

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Napa Cabbage in Zone 8a?

Start Napa Cabbage seeds indoors around Feb 22. Transplant outdoors after Mar 15. Expect first harvest around May 19.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8a is Apr 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 28, giving a 206-day growing season.

Can I grow Napa Cabbage in Zone 8a?

Yes. Napa Cabbage needs 70 days to harvest. Zone 8a has a 206-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Napa Cabbage in Zone 8a?

The best time to start Napa Cabbage in Zone 8a is Feb. Begin seeds indoors around Feb 22, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Apr 5.

How long does Napa Cabbage take to harvest?

Napa Cabbage takes approximately 70 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 8a, expect your first harvest around May 19.

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