When to plant cabbage in Christchurch
Common questions
When will cabbage be ready to harvest in Christchurch?
Expect to harvest from around early December (Dec 4–Jan 3) in Christchurch, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 40%.
When should I start cabbage seeds indoors in Christchurch?
Start seeds indoors around early September (Sep 4–Sep 25) in Christchurch, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 43%.
When can I transplant cabbage outdoors in Christchurch?
Transplant outdoors around late September (Sep 25–Oct 16) in Christchurch, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 45%.
Can I plant cabbage in autumn in Christchurch?
Yes — Christchurch supports a second, autumn sowing of cabbage around mid January (Jan 18–Feb 1), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Christchurch?
Christchurch has roughly 211 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 Christchurch's frost dates.