When to plant broccoli in Colorado Springs
Common questions
When will broccoli be ready to harvest in Colorado Springs?
Expect to harvest from around mid June (Jun 20–Jul 15) in Colorado Springs, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start broccoli seeds indoors in Colorado Springs?
Start seeds indoors around late March (Mar 24–Apr 14) in Colorado Springs, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant broccoli outdoors in Colorado Springs?
Transplant outdoors around late April (Apr 21–May 12) in Colorado Springs, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
Can I plant broccoli in autumn in Colorado Springs?
Yes — Colorado Springs supports a second, autumn sowing of broccoli around late June (Jun 21–Jul 5), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Colorado Springs?
Colorado Springs has roughly 153 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 Colorado Springs's frost dates.