When should I plant White Eggplant in Zone 5b?

Start White Eggplant seeds indoors around Mar 3. Transplant outdoors after May 19. Expect first harvest around Jul 23.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 5b is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow White Eggplant in Zone 5b?

Yes. White Eggplant needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 5b has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing White Eggplant in Zone 5b

Zone 5b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for White Eggplant in this zone. Darrera gelada: Apr 28. Primera gelada: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 3Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dies)

Zona5b

Darrera geladaApr 28

Primera geladaOct 8

Temporada163 dies

Collita80 dies

SolSol Ple

When to Plant White Eggplant in Zone 5b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 3

Start White Eggplant seeds indoors around Mar 3 (8 setmanes abans de l’última gelada). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 19

Transplant White Eggplant seedlings outdoors after May 19. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm espaiat). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 23

First harvest approximately Jul 23 (~65 dies from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

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