In USDA zone 5, the last spring frost usually falls between Apr 10 and May 10. Start Brussels sprouts indoors around Apr 5 to May 6. Plant them out around Jun 5 to Jun 29. Expect to harvest around Oct 20 to Nov 30.
| Start seeds indoors | Apr 5 to May 6 |
|---|---|
| Plant outside | Jun 5 to Jun 29 |
| Harvest | Oct 20 to Nov 30 |
| Typical last spring frost | Apr 10 to May 10 |
| Typical first fall frost | around Oct 15 |
USDA zones measure winter cold, not frost dates, so these are typical dates for the zone. Towns in the same zone can be weeks apart.
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