When to plant broccoli in Columbia
Common questions
When will broccoli be ready to harvest in Columbia?
Expect to harvest from around late April (Apr 26–May 21) in Columbia, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start broccoli seeds indoors in Columbia?
Start seeds indoors around late January (Jan 28–Feb 18) in Columbia, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant broccoli outdoors in Columbia?
Transplant outdoors around late February (Feb 25–Mar 18) in Columbia, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
Can I plant broccoli in autumn in Columbia?
Yes — Columbia supports a second, autumn sowing of broccoli around early August (Aug 3–Aug 17), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Columbia?
Columbia 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 Columbia's frost dates.