When to plant Broccoli in Zone 2b
In Zone 2b, Broccoli: start seeds indoors around Apr 11–Apr 25; transplant outdoors around May 16–May 30; direct sow outdoors around May 26–Jun 16. Expect to harvest around Jul 20–Aug 3.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Apr 11 – Apr 25 |
| Transplant outdoors | May 16 – May 30 |
| Direct sow outdoors | May 26 – Jun 16 |
| Harvest | Jul 20 – Aug 3 |
| Harvest | Jul 30 – Aug 20 |
Tip: A cool-season brassica. Transplant in early spring or late summer; it bolts in midsummer heat.
Zone 2b averages a last spring frost around May 30 and a first fall frost around Sep 1. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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