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Can You Grow Cabbage in New Hampshire?
US · USDA Zone 5b · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a
Cabbage grows well here — it is one of the most cold-hardy vegetables available.
Plant zones
New Hampshire last frost
New Hampshire first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Cabbages in New Hampshire
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on New Hampshire'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 New Hampshire
New Hampshire has a humid continental climate. Coastal areas are Zone 5b-6a; northern mountains are Zone 4a-5a. Short growing seasons but productive for cool-season crops and berries.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Cabbage in New Hampshire?
Cabbage grows well here — it is one of the most cold-hardy vegetables available.
What zone is New Hampshire?
New Hampshire spans USDA Zone 5b (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a).
When do you plant Cabbages in New Hampshire?
Plant Cabbages around early April (start indoors Feb 23), harvest Jun 16 – Aug 5.