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Can You Grow Cabbage in West Virginia?
US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b
Cabbage grows well here — it is one of the most cold-hardy vegetables available.
Plant zones
West Virginia last frost
West Virginia first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Cabbages in West Virginia
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on West Virginia'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 West Virginia
West Virginia has a humid continental climate shaped by the Appalachians. Most of the state is Zone 5b-6a. Four distinct seasons with a 5-6 month growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Cabbage in West Virginia?
Cabbage grows well here — it is one of the most cold-hardy vegetables available.
What zone is West Virginia?
West Virginia spans USDA Zone 6a (5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).
When do you plant Cabbages in West Virginia?
Plant Cabbages around early April (start indoors Feb 17), harvest Jun 10 – Jul 30.