When to plant Broccoli in Zone 7b
In Zone 7b, Broccoli: start seeds indoors around Feb 11–Feb 25; transplant outdoors around Mar 18–Apr 1; direct sow outdoors around Aug 4–Aug 25. Expect to harvest around May 22–Jun 5.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Feb 11 – Feb 25 |
| Transplant outdoors | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Aug 4 – Aug 25 |
| Harvest | May 22 – Jun 5 |
| Harvest | Oct 8 – Oct 29 |
Tip: A cool-season brassica. Transplant in early spring or late summer; it bolts in midsummer heat.
Zone 7b averages a last spring frost around Apr 1 and a first fall frost around Nov 10. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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