When should I plant Aubergine in Zone 9b?

Start Aubergine seeds indoors around Jan 13. Transplant outdoors after Mar 31. Expect first harvest around Jun 4.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9b is Mar 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 15, giving a 250-day growing season.

Can I grow Aubergine in Zone 9b?

Yes. Aubergine needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 9b has a 250-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍆 Kweken van Aubergine in Zone 9b

Zone 9b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Aubergine. Laatste vorst: Mar 10. Eerste vorst: Nov 15.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 13Nov 15

Season: Mar 10 – Nov 15 (250 dagen)

Zone9b

Laatste vorstMar 10

Eerste vorstNov 15

Seizoen250 dagen

Oogst80 dagen

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When to Plant Aubergine in Zone 9b

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 13

Start Aubergine seeds indoors around Jan 13 (8 weken voor de laatste vorst). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 31

Transplant Aubergine seedlings outdoors after Mar 31. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm afstand). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 4

First harvest approximately Jun 4 (~65 dagen from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 15).

Begeleidende Beplanting

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