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Can You Grow Broccoli in Louisiana?
US · USDA Zone 8b · zones 8a, 8b, 9a
Broccoli grows well here as a spring or fall crop — time planting to avoid peak summer heat.
Plant zones
Louisiana last frost
Louisiana first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Broccolis in Louisiana
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Louisiana'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 Louisiana
Louisiana has a humid subtropical climate with very mild winters and long hot summers. Year-round cool-season growing is possible; the summer is the only limiting factor.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Broccoli in Louisiana?
Broccoli grows well here as a spring or fall crop — time planting to avoid peak summer heat.
What zone is Louisiana?
Louisiana spans USDA Zone 8b (8a, 8b, 9a).
When do you plant Broccolis in Louisiana?
Plant Broccolis around late January (start indoors Jan 1), harvest Mar 31 – Apr 20.