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Can You Grow Cabbage in Delaware?

US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 6b, 7a

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

1a–9b

Delaware last frost

early March

Delaware first frost

late November

Days to harvest

70–120 days

When to plant Cabbages in Delaware

Start indoors

Jan 24

Transplant

Mar 7

Harvest

May 16 – Jul 5

Dates are approximate, based on Delaware'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 Delaware

Delaware has a humid subtropical climate moderated by the Atlantic. Mild winters and warm summers support a long growing season for mid-Atlantic vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Cabbage in Delaware?

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

What zone is Delaware?

Delaware spans USDA Zone 7a (6b, 7a).

When do you plant Cabbages in Delaware?

Plant Cabbages around early March (start indoors Jan 24), harvest May 16 – Jul 5.