When to Plant Savoy Cabbage in USDA Zone 10a
What to do in June
Each item below is timed to Zone 10a's frost dates and soil temperatures. Skip nothing, stress about nothing.
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Pick savoy cabbage
The more you pick, the more the plant produces. Letting fruit overripen tells the plant it's time to stop.
Savoy cabbage has crinkled, deeply veined leaves that form looser heads than regular cabbage. It has a milder, sweeter flavor and is more cold-tolerant.
In Zone 10a, the average last spring frost is around January 1 and the first fall frost is around December 31, giving you a growing season of approximately 364 days.
Savoy Cabbage Planting Timeline — Zone 10a
Where Is USDA Zone 10a?
The map below highlights the states that contain Zone 10a. Click any state to see the Savoy Cabbage planting schedule for that location.
Savoy Cabbage Planting Calendar — Zone 10a
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | December 4 | Dec 4 – Dec 18 |
| Transplant Outdoors | January 1 | Jan 1 – Jan 15 |
| Direct Sow | December 11 | Dec 11 – Jan 1 |
| Harvest | March 12 | Mar 12 – May 7 |
| Fall Sowing | November 5 | Nov 5 – Nov 19 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| February | — |
| March | Harvest |
| April | Harvest |
| May | Harvest |
| June | — |
| July | — |
| August | — |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | Fall Sowing |
| December | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
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Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
70–110 days
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Zone Temperature Range
30°F to 35°F average annual minimum
Growing Season
365 days (Zone 10a average)
Planting Specifications
| Planting Depth | 1 inches |
| Plant Spacing | 15 inches apart |
| Row Spacing | 24 inches between rows |
Succession Planting Savoy Cabbage in Zone 10a
Sow every 8 weeks for continuous harvest throughout the season.
Growing Tips for Savoy Cabbage in Zone 10a
Zone 10a offers a long growing season (~365 days). You can plant Savoy Cabbage earlier and may get multiple harvests.
Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost. Savoy cabbage is more forgiving of temperature fluctuations than smooth-leaved types. Excellent for stuffed cabbage rolls.
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Savoy Cabbage in Other Zones
Savoy Cabbage by State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Savoy Cabbage in Zone 10a?
In Zone 10a, plan your Savoy Cabbage planting around the average last frost date of January 1. Start seeds indoors around December 4. Direct sow outdoors around December 11. Transplant seedlings around January 1.
Can Savoy Cabbage grow in Zone 10a?
Yes, Savoy Cabbage can grow well in Zone 10a, hardy in USDA zones 1a through 10b. Zone 10a has a growing season of approximately 364 days, which is sufficient for Savoy Cabbage (70-110 days to maturity).
When can I harvest Savoy Cabbage in Zone 10a?
In Zone 10a, expect to harvest Savoy Cabbage from March 12 – May 7. Savoy Cabbage takes 70-110 days from planting to harvest.
What is the last frost date for Zone 10a?
The average last spring frost in Zone 10a is around January 1, and the first fall frost is around December 31. This gives a growing season of approximately 364 days. These are 50% probability dates — actual frost dates vary year to year.
What should I plant next to Savoy Cabbage?
Good companion plants for Savoy Cabbage include Celery, Dill, Onion. These companions can help with pest control, pollination, and nutrient sharing.
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