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When to Plant Napa Cabbage in Yukon

Napa cabbage forms tall, barrel-shaped heads with tender, crinkled leaves and a mild, slightly sweet flavor. It is the primary cabbage used for kimchi.

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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Napa Cabbage 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
Harvest July 25 Jul 25 โ€“ Aug 29
Fall Sowing June 9 Jun 9 โ€“ Jun 23
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
Harvest July 17 Jul 17 โ€“ Aug 21
Fall Sowing June 18 Jun 18 โ€“ Jul 2

Growing Tips for Yukon

Best grown as a fall crop. Direct sow in late summer, 60-70 days before first frost. Keep soil evenly moist. Bolt-resistant varieties are available for spring planting.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Napa Cabbage in Yukon?

Planting dates for Napa Cabbage 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.