When should I plant Thai Eggplant in Zone 10a?

Start Thai Eggplant seeds indoors around Dec 26. Transplant outdoors after Mar 13. Expect first harvest around May 17.

What is the last frost date for Zone 10a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 10a is Feb 20. The first fall frost averages Dec 1, giving a 284-day growing season.

Can I grow Thai Eggplant in Zone 10a?

Yes. Thai Eggplant needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 10a has a 284-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Thai Eggplant in Zone 10a

Zone 10a has a year-round growing season. Thai Eggplant can be planted almost any time with proper planning. अंतिम पाला: Feb 20. पहला पाला: Dec 1.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 26Dec 1

Season: Feb 20 – Dec 1 (284 दिन)

ज़ोन10a

अंतिम पालाFeb 20

पहला पालाDec 1

मौसम284 दिन

फसल80 दिन

धूपपूर्ण धूप

When to Plant Thai Eggplant in Zone 10a

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 26

Start Thai Eggplant seeds indoors around Dec 26 (8 अंतिम पाले से पहले सप्ताह). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 13

Transplant Thai Eggplant seedlings outdoors after Mar 13. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/वर्ग फीट (30cm की दूरी). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 17

First harvest approximately May 17 (~65 दिन from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 1).

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