When to plant broccoli in Chesapeake
Common questions
When will broccoli be ready to harvest in Chesapeake?
Expect to harvest from around early May (May 3–May 28) in Chesapeake, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start broccoli seeds indoors in Chesapeake?
Start seeds indoors around early February (Feb 4–Feb 25) in Chesapeake, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant broccoli outdoors in Chesapeake?
Transplant outdoors around early March (Mar 4–Mar 25) in Chesapeake, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 89%.
Can I plant broccoli in autumn in Chesapeake?
Yes — Chesapeake supports a second, autumn sowing of broccoli around early August (Aug 4–Aug 18), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Chesapeake?
Chesapeake has roughly 248 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 Chesapeake's frost dates.