When to plant Cabbage in Zone 8a
In Zone 8a, Cabbage: start seeds indoors around Jan 25–Feb 8; transplant outdoors around Mar 8–Mar 22. Expect to harvest around May 17–May 31.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Jan 25 – Feb 8 |
| Transplant outdoors | Mar 8 – Mar 22 |
| Harvest | May 17 – May 31 |
Tip: Start indoors and transplant while it's still cool. Steady moisture prevents split heads.
Zone 8a averages a last spring frost around Mar 22 and a first fall frost around Nov 18. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 8a calendar in the tool →