When to Plant Cabbage in Beatty, NV

Cabbage is a versatile cool-season crop that forms dense, leafy heads in green, red, or savoy varieties. It is a staple for coleslaw, sauerkraut, and many global cuisines.

Beatty, Nevada is in USDA Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is May 6 and the first fall frost is October 14, giving you a growing season of approximately 161 days.

At an elevation of 3,654 feet, Nye County receives approximately 9.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly sandy loam soil. Summer highs average 97°F, so Cabbage may need afternoon shade and extra watering during peak heat. Sandy soil warms quickly in spring — great for early planting — but Cabbage will need more frequent watering and organic matter to retain nutrients. With low rainfall, drip irrigation is essential for growing Cabbage successfully. Mulch heavily to conserve soil moisture.

Beatty, NV (Zone 8b) Moderate season

161 days

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Last Spring Frost May 6

➔ 161 growing days ➔

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First Fall Frost October 14

Beatty Soil Profile

Soil Type

Sandy Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

How Much Cabbage to Grow

2-4 lbs

Average yield per plant

Plants per person

6 sq ft

Space per person

For a family of 4, plant approximately 12 cabbage plants in about 24 sq ft. In Nye County's 161-day season, you'll have plenty of time for a full harvest. Plan your garden layout →

Zone Compatibility for Cabbage Zones 1a – 10b

1a 1b 2a 2b 3a 3b 4a 4b 5a 5b 6a 6b 7a 7b 8a 8b You 9a 9b 10a 10b 11a 11b 12a 12b 13a 13b

Ideal (data available) Suitable Marginal Not recommended

Cabbage Planting Timeline — Beatty, NV

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Last Frost

First Frost

Start Indoors

Apr 1 – Apr 15

Transplant

May 6 – May 20

Direct Sow

Apr 22 – May 13

Fall Sowing

Aug 5 – Aug 19

Harvest

Jul 8 – Sep 2

Growing season Start indoors Transplant Direct sow Harvest

Cabbage Planting Calendar

Activity	When	Date Range
Start Indoors	April 1	Apr 1 – Apr 15
Transplant Outdoors	May 6	May 6 – May 20
Direct Sow	April 22	Apr 22 – May 13
Harvest	July 8	Jul 8 – Sep 2
Fall Sowing	August 5	Aug 5 – Aug 19

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	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

60–100 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 8b

📆 Growing Season

161 days in Nye County

Growing Tips for Beatty

Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost. Space plants 18-24 inches apart. Keep soil evenly moist to prevent heads from splitting.

Companion Planting

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