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Can You Grow Cabbage in North Carolina?
US · USDA Zone 7b · zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a
Cabbage grows well here — it is one of the most cold-hardy vegetables available.
Plant zones
North Carolina last frost
North Carolina first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Cabbages in North Carolina
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on North Carolina'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 North Carolina
North Carolina spans the mountains (Zone 5b-6a), Piedmont (Zone 7a-7b), and coastal plain (Zone 8a). Long warm seasons support tobacco, sweet potatoes, and a wide range of vegetables.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Cabbage in North Carolina?
Cabbage grows well here — it is one of the most cold-hardy vegetables available.
What zone is North Carolina?
North Carolina spans USDA Zone 7b (5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a).
When do you plant Cabbages in North Carolina?
Plant Cabbages around late February (start indoors Jan 17), harvest May 9 – Jun 28.