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Can You Grow Broccoli in Yukon?
Canada · Canadian Zone 1 · zones 0, 1
Broccoli can be grown as a spring or fall crop in most zones — avoid peak summer heat.
Plant zones
Yukon last frost
Yukon first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Broccolis in Yukon
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Yukon's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Broccoli
Broccoli is a cool-season crop that produces best in spring and fall when temperatures are moderate.
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost for spring planting or direct sow in midsummer for fall. Harvest the main head before it flowers — side shoots continue producing after.
Gardening in Yukon
Yukon has a subarctic continental climate with extreme cold winters but surprisingly warm and long summer days. Whitehorse is Zone 1b-2a. Some vegetables succeed with cold frames and fast-maturing varieties.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Broccoli in Yukon?
Broccoli can be grown as a spring or fall crop in most zones — avoid peak summer heat.
What zone is Yukon?
Yukon spans Canadian Zone 1 (0, 1).
When do you plant Broccolis in Yukon?
Plant Broccolis around mid-June (start indoors May 4), harvest Aug 14 – Sep 3.