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Can You Grow Kale in Manitoba?

Canada · Canadian Zone 3 · zones 2, 3, 4

Grows well here

Kale grows exceptionally well here — it is one of the most cold-tolerant vegetables available.

Plant zones

2a–9b

Manitoba last frost

mid-May

Manitoba first frost

late September

Days to harvest

55–75 days

When to plant Kales in Manitoba

Start indoors

Apr 17

Transplant

May 15

Harvest

Jul 9 – Jul 29

Dates are approximate, based on Manitoba's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Kale

Kale is one of the hardiest vegetables available — it survives hard frosts and tastes sweeter after a freeze.

Sow indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost or direct sow in late summer for fall harvest. Harvest outer leaves to keep the plant producing. Cold-hardy varieties survive winter in Zone 7+.

Full kale growing guide →

Gardening in Manitoba

Manitoba has a cold continental climate. Winnipeg is Zone 3b-4a. Cold winters and hot summers make for an intense but short growing season. Excellent for sunflowers, canola, and cool-season vegetables.