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Can You Grow Cabbage in Nebraska?

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

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

1a–9b

Nebraska last frost

early April

Nebraska first frost

late October

Days to harvest

70–120 days

When to plant Cabbages in Nebraska

Start indoors

Feb 23

Transplant

Apr 7

Harvest

Jun 16 – Aug 5

Dates are approximate, based on Nebraska'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 Nebraska

Nebraska spans from Zone 4a in the northwest to Zone 6a in the southeast. Cold winters and warm summers. Excellent for corn, winter wheat, and cool-season crops.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Cabbage in Nebraska?

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

What zone is Nebraska?

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

When do you plant Cabbages in Nebraska?

Plant Cabbages around early April (start indoors Feb 23), harvest Jun 16 – Aug 5.