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Can You Grow Broccoli in Oregon?
US · USDA Zone 8b · zones 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
Broccoli grows well here as a spring or fall crop — time planting to avoid peak summer heat.
Plant zones
Oregon last frost
Oregon first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Broccolis in Oregon
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Oregon'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 Oregon
Oregon has dramatically different climates west and east of the Cascades. The Willamette Valley is mild and productive year-round (Zone 8a-8b); eastern Oregon is semi-arid and colder (Zone 5-6).
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Broccoli in Oregon?
Broccoli grows well here as a spring or fall crop — time planting to avoid peak summer heat.
What zone is Oregon?
Oregon spans USDA Zone 8b (4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Broccolis in Oregon?
Plant Broccolis around late January (start indoors Jan 1), harvest Mar 31 – Apr 20.