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Can You Grow Broccoli in Rhode Island?
US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b
Broccoli grows well here as a spring or fall crop — time planting to avoid peak summer heat.
Plant zones
Rhode Island last frost
Rhode Island first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Broccolis in Rhode Island
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Rhode Island'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 Rhode Island
Rhode Island has a humid continental climate moderated by the ocean. A small state with a single primary zone of 6b in most areas. Four seasons with a productive growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Broccoli in Rhode Island?
Broccoli grows well here as a spring or fall crop — time planting to avoid peak summer heat.
What zone is Rhode Island?
Rhode Island spans USDA Zone 6b (6a, 6b).
When do you plant Broccolis in Rhode Island?
Plant Broccolis around mid-March (start indoors Jan 31), harvest May 14 – Jun 3.