When to plant cabbage in Baltimore
Common questions
When will cabbage be ready to harvest in Baltimore?
Expect to harvest from around early May (May 9–Jun 8) in Baltimore, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 76%.
When should I start cabbage seeds indoors in Baltimore?
Start seeds indoors around early February (Feb 7–Feb 28) in Baltimore, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When can I transplant cabbage outdoors in Baltimore?
Transplant outdoors around late February (Feb 28–Mar 21) in Baltimore, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
Can I plant cabbage in autumn in Baltimore?
Yes — Baltimore supports a second, autumn sowing of cabbage around late July (Jul 29–Aug 12), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Baltimore?
Baltimore has roughly 249 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 Baltimore's frost dates.