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Can You Grow Cabbage in British Columbia?

Canada · Canadian Zone 8 · zones 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Grows well here

Cabbage grows well here — it is one of the most cold-hardy vegetables available.

Plant zones

1a–9b

British Columbia last frost

early March

British Columbia first frost

early December

Days to harvest

70–120 days

When to plant Cabbages in British Columbia

Start indoors

Jan 18

Transplant

Mar 1

Harvest

May 10 – Jun 29

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.

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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.

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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.