Can You Grow Cabbage in Ohio?
US · USDA Zone 5b · zones 5a, 5b, 6a
Cabbage grows well here — it is one of the most cold-hardy vegetables available.
Plant zones
Ohio last frost
Ohio first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Cabbages in Ohio
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Ohio'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 Ohio
Ohio has a humid continental climate. Northern Ohio near Lake Erie is Zone 6a; inland areas are Zone 5b. Four seasons with a productive 6-month growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Cabbage in Ohio?
Cabbage grows well here — it is one of the most cold-hardy vegetables available.
What zone is Ohio?
Ohio spans USDA Zone 5b (5a, 5b, 6a).
When do you plant Cabbages in Ohio?
Plant Cabbages around early April (start indoors Feb 23), harvest Jun 16 – Aug 5.