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Can You Grow Cabbage in South Carolina?

US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b

Grows well here

Cabbage grows well here — it is one of the most cold-hardy vegetables available.

Plant zones

1a–9b

South Carolina last frost

mid-February

South Carolina first frost

early December

Days to harvest

70–120 days

When to plant Cabbages in South Carolina

Start indoors

Jan 4

Transplant

Feb 15

Harvest

Apr 26 – Jun 15

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.

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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.

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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.