When to plant broccoli in Columbus
Common questions
When will broccoli be ready to harvest in Columbus?
Expect to harvest from around late April (Apr 21–May 16) in Columbus, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start broccoli seeds indoors in Columbus?
Start seeds indoors around late January (Jan 23–Feb 13) in Columbus, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant broccoli outdoors in Columbus?
Transplant outdoors around mid February (Feb 20–Mar 13) in Columbus, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
Can I plant broccoli in autumn in Columbus?
Yes — Columbus supports a second, autumn sowing of broccoli around early August (Aug 8–Aug 22), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Columbus?
Columbus has roughly 262 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 Columbus's frost dates.