When should I plant Thai Eggplant in Zone 12a?

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 12a?

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

Can I grow Thai Eggplant in Zone 12a?

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

Growing Thai Eggplant in Zone 12a

Zone 12a has a year-round growing season. Thai Eggplant can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Fros terakhir: Jan 1. Fros pertama: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Nov 6Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 hari)

Zon12a

Fros terakhirJan 1

Fros pertamaDec 31

Musim364 hari

Tuaian80 hari

MatahariMatahari Penuh

When to Plant Thai Eggplant in Zone 12a

Start Seeds Indoors: Nov 6

Start Thai Eggplant seeds indoors around Nov 6 (8 minggu sebelum fros terakhir). 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 jarak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 28

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

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