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Can You Grow Cabbage in Idaho?

US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

1a–9b

Idaho last frost

mid-March

Idaho first frost

mid-November

Days to harvest

70–120 days

When to plant Cabbages in Idaho

Start indoors

Jan 31

Transplant

Mar 15

Harvest

May 24 – Jul 13

Dates are approximate, based on Idaho'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 Idaho

Idaho has a semi-arid continental climate. Southern valleys are Zone 6-7 with hot dry summers; northern regions and mountains are colder. Excellent for root vegetables and cool crops.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Cabbage in Idaho?

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

What zone is Idaho?

Idaho spans USDA Zone 6b (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).

When do you plant Cabbages in Idaho?

Plant Cabbages around mid-March (start indoors Jan 31), harvest May 24 – Jul 13.