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Can You Grow Cauliflower in Maryland?
US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b
Cauliflower grows well here if you time it for your cool season — fall crops are often more reliable than spring.
Plant zones
Maryland last frost
Maryland first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Cauliflowers in Maryland
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Maryland's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Cauliflower
Cauliflower is one of the most rewarding cool-season brassicas — and one of the trickiest. It forms a dense white head that needs steady cool weather and consistent moisture.
Start indoors 6 weeks before last frost; transplant 2-3 weeks before last frost. Blanch heads by tying leaves over them once they're 2-3 inches across. Harvest before curds loosen.
Gardening in Maryland
Maryland has a humid subtropical climate moderated by the Chesapeake Bay. Four distinct seasons with mild winters in most of the state. Long productive growing season.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Cauliflower in Maryland?
Cauliflower grows well here if you time it for your cool season — fall crops are often more reliable than spring.
What zone is Maryland?
Maryland spans USDA Zone 7a (6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).
When do you plant Cauliflowers in Maryland?
Plant Cauliflowers around early March (start indoors Jan 24), harvest May 6 – Jun 15.