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When to Plant Broccoli in Yukon

Broccoli is a nutrient-dense cool-season crop that produces large central heads followed by smaller side shoots. It is one of the most popular garden vegetables.

Yukon spans USDA hardiness zones 2a, 2b (with planting data available), so planting dates vary by your location within the state. Click your zone below for the most accurate dates.

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Broccoli Planting Calendar for Yukon

โ–ธ Zone 2a ~94 day growing season ยท Full guide โ†’

Last frost: May 30 ยท First frost: September 1 ยท 94 day season

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors April 18 Apr 18 โ€“ May 2
Transplant Outdoors May 30 May 30 โ€“ Jun 13
Direct Sow May 23 May 23 โ€“ Jun 13
Fall Sowing June 9 Jun 9 โ€“ Jun 23
Harvest August 1 Aug 1 โ€“ Sep 12
โ–ธ Zone 2b ~111 day growing season ยท Full guide โ†’

Last frost: May 22 ยท First frost: September 10 ยท 111 day season

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors April 10 Apr 10 โ€“ Apr 24
Transplant Outdoors May 22 May 22 โ€“ Jun 5
Direct Sow May 15 May 15 โ€“ Jun 5
Fall Sowing June 18 Jun 18 โ€“ Jul 2
Harvest July 24 Jul 24 โ€“ Sep 4

Growing Tips for Yukon

Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Provide consistent moisture to prevent hollow stems. Harvest heads before yellow flowers appear.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Broccoli in Yukon?

Planting dates for Broccoli in Yukon depend on your USDA zone. Yukon spans zones 2a, 2b. Check the planting calendar above for your specific zone's frost dates and planting windows.

What zone is Yukon for planting?

Yukon contains USDA hardiness zones 2a, 2b. Your specific zone depends on your location within the state โ€” northern and higher-elevation areas are in colder zones, while southern and coastal areas are warmer.

Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals, University Cooperative Extension planting guides. Last updated: April 2026.