When to plant cabbage in Manchester
Common questions
When will cabbage be ready to harvest in Manchester?
Expect to harvest from around late June (Jun 23–Jul 23) in Manchester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When should I start cabbage seeds indoors in Manchester?
Start seeds indoors around late March (Mar 21–Apr 11) in Manchester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When can I transplant cabbage outdoors in Manchester?
Transplant outdoors around mid April (Apr 14–May 5) in Manchester, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
Can I plant cabbage in autumn in Manchester?
Yes — Manchester supports a second, autumn sowing of cabbage around mid June (Jun 13–Jun 27), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Manchester?
Manchester has roughly 161 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 Manchester's frost dates.