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Can You Grow Cabbage in South Dakota?
US · USDA Zone 4b · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b
Cabbage grows well here — it is one of the most cold-hardy vegetables available.
Plant zones
South Dakota last frost
South Dakota first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Cabbages in South Dakota
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on South Dakota'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 Dakota
South Dakota has a continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. Eastern South Dakota is Zone 4b-5a; western South Dakota is colder. Short growing seasons.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Cabbage in South Dakota?
Cabbage grows well here — it is one of the most cold-hardy vegetables available.
What zone is South Dakota?
South Dakota spans USDA Zone 4b (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b).
When do you plant Cabbages in South Dakota?
Plant Cabbages around mid-April (start indoors Mar 3), harvest Jun 24 – Aug 13.