When to plant broccoli in Edinburgh
Common questions
When will broccoli be ready to harvest in Edinburgh?
Expect to harvest from around early June (Jun 3–Jun 28) in Edinburgh, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start broccoli seeds indoors in Edinburgh?
Start seeds indoors around early March (Mar 7–Mar 28) in Edinburgh, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant broccoli outdoors in Edinburgh?
Transplant outdoors around early April (Apr 4–Apr 25) in Edinburgh, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 89%.
Can I plant broccoli in autumn in Edinburgh?
Yes — Edinburgh supports a second, autumn sowing of broccoli around mid July (Jul 16–Jul 30), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh has roughly 201 frost-free days, which is enough time to grow broccoli to maturity outdoors.
Sow broccoli as soon as the soil is workable — it tolerates cool weather and light frost. Every date on this page is derived from that rule and Edinburgh's frost dates.