When to Plant Cabbage in Virginia

Growing Cabbage in Virginia: Complete Guide

Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata) is a warm-season crop that needs a head start indoors before Virginia's last frost. Depending on your zone, Virginia gardeners start seeds indoors between February 1, 2027 (Zone 8b) and March 9, 2027 (Zone 6a), then move transplants outside once their zone's last frost has passed — the zone table above has your exact dates.

Because Virginia stretches across 6 USDA hardiness zones (6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b), planting windows can shift by as much as six to eight weeks from one end of the state to the other. Gardeners in the warmer southern zones can start earlier, while those in cooler northern zones should wait until the zone table above shows their last frost has passed.

With 70 days to maturity, Cabbage needs the indoor head start that Virginia's growing season requires. Starting indoors ensures you have strong transplants ready the moment outdoor conditions are right.

Cabbage requires full sun to partial shade and regular (1-1.5 inches/week) moisture. Mid-Atlantic summers bring heat and humidity — ensure good air circulation and watch for fungal issues like powdery mildew.

For the most precise planting dates tailored to your exact location, enter your ZIP code on our planting calendar or use the zone table above to find the schedule for your area of Virginia.