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Can You Grow Cabbage in South Carolina?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
Cabbage grows well here — it is one of the most cold-hardy vegetables available.
Plant zones
South Carolina last frost
South Carolina first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Cabbages in South Carolina
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on South 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 South Carolina
South Carolina has a humid subtropical climate with long hot summers and mild winters. The Upstate is Zone 7a-7b; the coast is Zone 8a-8b. Two growing seasons are standard.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Cabbage in South Carolina?
Cabbage grows well here — it is one of the most cold-hardy vegetables available.
What zone is South Carolina?
South Carolina spans USDA Zone 8a (7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Cabbages in South Carolina?
Plant Cabbages around mid-February (start indoors Jan 4), harvest Apr 26 – Jun 15.