When to plant cabbage in New York City
Common questions
When will cabbage be ready to harvest in New York City?
Expect to harvest from around late May (May 27–Jun 26) in New York City, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start cabbage seeds indoors in New York City?
Start seeds indoors around mid February (Feb 16–Mar 9) in New York City, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant cabbage outdoors in New York City?
Transplant outdoors around mid March (Mar 18–Apr 8) in New York City, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 86%.
Can I plant cabbage in autumn in New York City?
Yes — New York City supports a second, autumn sowing of cabbage around late July (Jul 21–Aug 4), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in New York City?
New York City has roughly 234 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 New York City's frost dates.