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When to Plant Cabbage in Naytahwaush, Minnesota (56566)

Location

Naytahwaush, Minnesota

ZIP Code

56566

USDA Zone

3b

Last Frost

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Start Seeds Indoors

Wednesday, April 8, 2026

Transplant Outdoors

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Based on last frost Wednesday, May 20, 2026 · Zone 3b

Pro tip: Start Cabbage seeds indoors 6 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant outdoors around Wednesday, May 20, 2026.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Brassica oleracea var. capitata
Days to Maturity 70 days
Mature Height 12-18"
Spread 24"
Type Head
Fruit Size Large (2-5 lb head)

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun to Partial Shade

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Water

Regular (1-1.5 inches/week)

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Spacing

18" apart

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Planting Depth

0.5" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 4-10 days

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🤝 Good Companions

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Full Companion Planting Guide for Cabbage

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Common Cabbage Varieties

Popular cultivars to look for at your local nursery or seed supplier.

Golden Acre

green 63d

Small, early-maturing green cabbage ideal for home gardens; ready in 63 days.

Red Acre

red 76d

Compact red cabbage with dense heads and excellent color; great for slaws and pickling.

Savoy Perfection

savoy 90d

Crinkled-leaf savoy cabbage with milder, more complex flavor than smooth-leaf types.

January King

winter 200d

Cold-hardy heirloom with beautiful blue-green leaves tinged purple; survives heavy frost.

🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🔴 Difficult
✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Cut an X in the head to allow seed stalk to push through. Harvest seed pods when tan.

Processing

Thresh dried seed stalks, winnow to separate seeds.

Seed Viability

Up to 5 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.

Pro Tip

B. oleracea — crosses with broccoli, kale, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower. Requires 1000-foot isolation.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

A 4×8 bed fits 14 plants of Cabbage. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Cabbage in Naytahwaush, Minnesota? +

In Naytahwaush (Zone 3b), start Cabbage seeds indoors around Wednesday, April 8, 2026 and transplant outdoors around Wednesday, May 20, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Naytahwaush, Minnesota? +

The average last spring frost date for Naytahwaush, Minnesota (ZIP 56566) is around Wednesday, May 20, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 3b.

How long does Cabbage take to grow? +

Cabbage typically matures in about 70 days from transplanting. In Naytahwaush, that means you can expect harvest around Wednesday, May 20, 2026 plus 70 days.

Should I start Cabbage indoors or direct sow in Minnesota? +

Cabbage should be started indoors 6 weeks before your last frost date. In Naytahwaush, that means starting around Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

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Growing Cabbage in Zone 3b

Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata) is a popular garden vegetable. In Naytahwaush, Minnesota, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 3b, you should start seeds indoors around Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Plan to transplant your Cabbage seedlings outdoors around Wednesday, May 20, 2026, about 0 weeks after your last frost date.