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When to Plant Broccoli Raab in Malone, Kentucky (41451)

Location

Malone, Kentucky

ZIP Code

41451

USDA Zone

6b

Last Frost

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Broccoli Raab directly outdoors 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Brassica rapa subsp. rapa
Days to Maturity 60 days
Mature Height 12-24"
Spread 8"

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Regular (1-2 inches/week)

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Spacing

6" apart

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Planting Depth

0.5" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 4-7 days

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Growing Broccoli Raab in Zone 6b

Broccoli Raab (Brassica rapa subsp. rapa) is a popular garden vegetable. In Malone, Kentucky, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b, you should direct sow seeds around Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Broccoli Raab grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.