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Can You Grow Cabbage in New Jersey?
US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b, 7a
Cabbage grows well here — it is one of the most cold-hardy vegetables available.
Plant zones
New Jersey last frost
New Jersey first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Cabbages in New Jersey
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on New Jersey'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 Jersey
New Jersey has a humid subtropical to continental climate. South Jersey is Zone 7a; North Jersey is Zone 6a-6b. Known for its produce farming — tomatoes, blueberries, cranberries.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Cabbage in New Jersey?
Cabbage grows well here — it is one of the most cold-hardy vegetables available.
What zone is New Jersey?
New Jersey spans USDA Zone 6b (6a, 6b, 7a).
When do you plant Cabbages in New Jersey?
Plant Cabbages around mid-March (start indoors Jan 31), harvest May 24 – Jul 13.