When to plant broccoli in New Orleans
Common questions
When will broccoli be ready to harvest in New Orleans?
Expect to harvest from around late March (Mar 26–Apr 20) in New Orleans, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 73%.
When should I start broccoli seeds indoors in New Orleans?
Start seeds indoors around late December (Dec 28–Jan 18) in New Orleans, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 77%.
When can I transplant broccoli outdoors in New Orleans?
Transplant outdoors around late January (Jan 25–Feb 15) in New Orleans, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
Can I plant broccoli in autumn in New Orleans?
Yes — New Orleans supports a second, autumn sowing of broccoli around late August (Aug 25–Sep 8), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in New Orleans?
New Orleans has roughly 304 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 New Orleans's frost dates.