When should I plant Baklažaan in Zone 5a?

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

What is the last frost date for Zone 5a?

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

Can I grow Baklažaan in Zone 5a?

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

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🍆 Growing Baklažaan in Zone 5a

Zone 5a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Baklažaan in this zone. Viimane öökülm: Apr 28. Esimene öökülm: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

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Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 3Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 päeva)

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Esimene öökülmOct 8

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When to Plant Baklažaan in Zone 5a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 3

Start Baklažaan seeds indoors around Mar 3 (8 nädalat enne viimast külma). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 19

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

Harvest: Jul 23

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

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