Growing Pointed Cabbage in Zone 9a
Zone 9a has warm winters and an extended growing season — excellent for heat-loving crops like Pointed Cabbage. Last frost: Mar 20. First frost: Nov 12.
Planting Calendar
Season: Mar 20 – Nov 12 (237 days)
When to Plant Pointed Cabbage in Zone 9a
Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 6
Start Pointed Cabbage seeds indoors around Feb 6 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 70°F. Germinates in 5–10 days.
Transplant Outdoors: Feb 27
Transplant Pointed Cabbage seedlings outdoors after Feb 27. 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 3
First harvest approximately May 3 (~65 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 12).
Fall Planting: Aug 20
For a fall harvest, plant Pointed Cabbage around Aug 20 (12 weeks before first frost).
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When should I plant Pointed Cabbage in Zone 9a?
Start Pointed Cabbage seeds indoors around Feb 6. Transplant outdoors after Feb 27. Expect first harvest around May 3.
What is the last frost date for Zone 9a?
The average last spring frost date for Zone 9a is Mar 20. The first fall frost averages Nov 12, giving a 237-day growing season.
Can I grow Pointed Cabbage in Zone 9a?
Yes. Pointed Cabbage needs 70 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient.
What is the best month to plant Pointed Cabbage in Zone 9a?
The best time to start Pointed Cabbage in Zone 9a is Feb. Begin seeds indoors around Feb 6, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Mar 20.
How long does Pointed Cabbage take to harvest?
Pointed Cabbage takes approximately 70 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 9a, expect your first harvest around May 3.
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