When to plant cabbage in Indianapolis
Common questions
When will cabbage be ready to harvest in Indianapolis?
Expect to harvest from around early June (Jun 5–Jul 5) in Indianapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 75%.
When should I start cabbage seeds indoors in Indianapolis?
Start seeds indoors around early March (Mar 6–Mar 27) in Indianapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When can I transplant cabbage outdoors in Indianapolis?
Transplant outdoors around late March (Mar 27–Apr 17) in Indianapolis, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
Can I plant cabbage in autumn in Indianapolis?
Yes — Indianapolis supports a second, autumn sowing of cabbage around mid June (Jun 15–Jun 29), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Indianapolis?
Indianapolis has roughly 178 frost-free days, which is enough time to grow cabbage to maturity outdoors.
Sow cabbage 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 Indianapolis's frost dates.