When should I plant White Eggplant in Zone 9a?

Start White Eggplant seeds indoors around Jan 23. Transplant outdoors after Apr 10. Expect first harvest around Jun 14.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9a is Mar 20. The first fall frost averages Nov 12, giving a 237-day growing season.

Can I grow White Eggplant in Zone 9a?

Yes. White Eggplant needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing White Eggplant in Zone 9a

Zone 9a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like White Eggplant. Sidste frost: Mar 20. Første frost: Nov 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 23Nov 12

Season: Mar 20 – Nov 12 (237 dage)

Zone9a

Sidste frostMar 20

Første frostNov 12

Sæson237 dage

Høst80 dage

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When to Plant White Eggplant in Zone 9a

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 23

Start White Eggplant seeds indoors around Jan 23 (8 uger før sidste frost). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 10

Transplant White Eggplant seedlings outdoors after Apr 10. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm afstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 14

First harvest approximately Jun 14 (~65 dage from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 12).

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