When to plant Broccoli in Zone 8b
In Zone 8b, Broccoli: start seeds indoors around Jan 25–Feb 8; transplant outdoors around Mar 1–Mar 15; direct sow outdoors around Aug 19–Sep 9. Expect to harvest around May 5–May 19.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Jan 25 – Feb 8 |
| Transplant outdoors | Mar 1 – Mar 15 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Aug 19 – Sep 9 |
| Harvest | May 5 – May 19 |
| Harvest | Oct 23 – Nov 13 |
Tip: A cool-season brassica. Transplant in early spring or late summer; it bolts in midsummer heat.
Zone 8b averages a last spring frost around Mar 15 and a first fall frost around Nov 25. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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