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Growing Savoy Cabbage in Zone 2a

Zone 2a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Savoy Cabbage early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Last frost: May 15. First frost: Sep 15.

Planting Calendar

Indoor
Outdoor
Harvest
Apr 3Sep 15

Season: May 15 – Sep 15 (123 days)

Zone2a
Last FrostMay 15
First FrostSep 15
Season Length123 days
Days to Harvest85
SunFull Sun
Frost ToleranceModerate
Spacing1/sqft (12" apart)

When to Plant Savoy Cabbage in Zone 2a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 3

Start Savoy Cabbage seeds indoors around Apr 3 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 70°F. Germinates in 5–10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 24

Transplant Savoy Cabbage seedlings outdoors after Apr 24. 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 28

First harvest approximately Jun 28 (~65 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 15).

Fall Planting: Jun 23

For a fall harvest, plant Savoy Cabbage around Jun 23 (12 weeks before first frost).

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