Growing Cabbage in Zone 10B

Cabbage is a hardy, productive crop that stores well and is perfect for sauerkraut and coleslaw.

Zone 10B has a very long growing season with mild winters. Many crops can be grown nearly year-round with successive plantings.

Top Growing Tips

• Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost
• Consistent watering prevents heads from splitting
• Use row covers to protect from cabbage worms and loopers
• Early varieties mature in 50-60 days; storage types take 80-100
• Can tolerate frost and even light freezes

Companion Planting

Good companions: beets, celery, onions, potatoes, dill

Avoid planting near: strawberries, tomatoes

Harvest Timeline

50-100 days from transplant depending on variety

About Zone 10B

USDA Hardiness Zone 10B has an average last spring frost around Jan 15 and first fall frost around Dec 31. All planting dates above are calculated from these frost dates. Your specific location may vary — check with your local extension office for the most accurate dates.