Growing Cabbage in Zone 8B

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

Zone 8B enjoys a long growing season. You can often get two plantings of cool-season crops (spring and fall).

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 8B

USDA Hardiness Zone 8B has an average last spring frost around Mar 12 and first fall frost around Nov 18. 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.