When to plant Broccoli in Zone 7a
In Zone 7a, Broccoli: start seeds indoors around Feb 17–Mar 3; transplant outdoors around Mar 24–Apr 7; direct sow outdoors around Jul 27–Aug 17. Expect to harvest around May 28–Jun 11.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Feb 17 – Mar 3 |
| Transplant outdoors | Mar 24 – Apr 7 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Jul 27 – Aug 17 |
| Harvest | May 28 – Jun 11 |
| Harvest | Sep 30 – Oct 21 |
Tip: A cool-season brassica. Transplant in early spring or late summer; it bolts in midsummer heat.
Zone 7a averages a last spring frost around Apr 7 and a first fall frost around Nov 2. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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