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Can You Grow Broccoli in West Virginia?
US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b
Broccoli grows well here as a spring or fall crop — time planting to avoid peak summer heat.
Plant zones
West Virginia last frost
West Virginia first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Broccolis in West Virginia
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on West Virginia'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 West Virginia
West Virginia has a humid continental climate shaped by the Appalachians. Most of the state is Zone 5b-6a. Four distinct seasons with a 5-6 month growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Broccoli in West Virginia?
Broccoli grows well here as a spring or fall crop — time planting to avoid peak summer heat.
What zone is West Virginia?
West Virginia spans USDA Zone 6a (5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).
When do you plant Broccolis in West Virginia?
Plant Broccolis around early April (start indoors Feb 17), harvest May 31 – Jun 20.