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Can You Grow Cabbage in British Columbia?
Canada · Canadian Zone 8 · zones 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Cabbage grows well here — it is one of the most cold-hardy vegetables available.
Plant zones
British Columbia last frost
British Columbia first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Cabbages in British Columbia
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on British Columbia's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Cabbage
Cabbage is cold-hardy and productive — a staple of cool-climate gardens.
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Transplant early — cabbage handles frost. Net against cabbage moths. Harvest when heads feel solid and before they split.
Gardening in British Columbia
BC has dramatically different climates. The mild rainy coast (Zone 7-9) allows near-year-round growing. The interior is semi-arid (Zone 5-7) with hot summers and cold winters. One of Canada's most productive growing regions.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Cabbage in British Columbia?
Cabbage grows well here — it is one of the most cold-hardy vegetables available.
What zone is British Columbia?
British Columbia spans Canadian Zone 8 (5, 6, 7, 8, 9).
When do you plant Cabbages in British Columbia?
Plant Cabbages around early March (start indoors Jan 18), harvest May 10 – Jun 29.