When should I plant Thai Eggplant in Zone 12b?

Start Thai Eggplant seeds indoors around Nov 6. Transplant outdoors after Jan 22. Expect first harvest around Mar 28.

What is the last frost date for Zone 12b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 12b is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Thai Eggplant in Zone 12b?

Yes. Thai Eggplant needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 12b has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Thai Eggplant in Zone 12b

Zone 12b has a year-round growing season. Thai Eggplant can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Utolsó fagy: Jan 1. Első fagy: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Nov 6Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 nap)

Zóna12b

Utolsó fagyJan 1

Első fagyDec 31

Szezon364 nap

Betakarítás80 nap

NapTeljes Nap

When to Plant Thai Eggplant in Zone 12b

Start Seeds Indoors: Nov 6

Start Thai Eggplant seeds indoors around Nov 6 (8 hét az utolsó fagy előtt). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 22

Transplant Thai Eggplant seedlings outdoors after Jan 22. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm távolság). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 28

First harvest approximately Mar 28 (~65 nap from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

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