When to Plant Savoy Cabbage in Brown County, NE
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.
Brown County, Nebraska is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 10 and the first fall frost is October 7, giving you a growing season of approximately 150 days.
At an elevation of 833 feet, Brown County receives approximately 25.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 82°F, so choose short-season varieties of Savoy Cabbage to ensure they mature before fall.
Brown County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Savoy Cabbage Planting Timeline — Brown County, NE
Savoy Cabbage Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | April 5 | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 10 | May 10 – May 24 |
| Direct Sow | April 26 | Apr 26 – May 17 |
| Harvest | July 19 | Jul 19 – Sep 13 |
| Fall Sowing | July 29 | Jul 29 – Aug 12 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | — |
| July | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
70–110 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 5b
📆 Growing Season
150 days in Brown County
Growing Tips for Brown County
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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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Savoy Cabbage in Brown County, NE?
Brown County is in Zone 5b with an average last frost of May 10. Plan your Savoy Cabbage planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Brown County, NE?
Brown County, Nebraska is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 10 and first fall frost is October 7.
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