When to plant cabbage in Manchester
Common questions
When will cabbage be ready to harvest in Manchester?
Expect to harvest from around mid June (Jun 12–Jul 12) in Manchester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 73%.
When should I start cabbage seeds indoors in Manchester?
Start seeds indoors around mid March (Mar 13–Apr 3) in Manchester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 77%.
When can I transplant cabbage outdoors in Manchester?
Transplant outdoors around early April (Apr 3–Apr 24) in Manchester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
Can I plant cabbage in autumn in Manchester?
Yes — Manchester supports a second, autumn sowing of cabbage around late June (Jun 22–Jul 6), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Manchester?
Manchester has roughly 185 frost-free days, which is enough time to grow cabbage to maturity outdoors.
Sow cabbage 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 Manchester's frost dates.