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Can You Grow Broccoli in California?
US · USDA Zone 9b · zones 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b
Broccoli grows well here as a spring or fall crop — time planting to avoid peak summer heat.
Plant zones
California last frost
California first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Broccolis in California
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on California'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 California
California spans more climate zones than any other state. Coastal regions are mild year-round; the Central Valley is hot and productive; mountains are cold; deserts are extreme.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Broccoli in California?
Broccoli grows well here as a spring or fall crop — time planting to avoid peak summer heat.
What zone is California?
California spans USDA Zone 9b (5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b).
When do you plant Broccolis in California?
Plant Broccolis around mid-January (start indoors Jan 1), harvest Mar 11 – Mar 31.