When to plant broccoli in Charleston
Common questions
When will broccoli be ready to harvest in Charleston?
Expect to harvest from around late March (Mar 26–Apr 20) in Charleston, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start broccoli seeds indoors in Charleston?
Start seeds indoors around late December (Dec 28–Jan 18) in Charleston, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant broccoli outdoors in Charleston?
Transplant outdoors around late January (Jan 25–Feb 15) in Charleston, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 89%.
Can I plant broccoli in autumn in Charleston?
Yes — Charleston supports a second, autumn sowing of broccoli around late August (Aug 31–Sep 14), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Charleston?
Charleston has roughly 310 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 Charleston's frost dates.