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🍆 Growing Eggplant, Black Beauty in Zone 4b

Zone 4b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Eggplant, Black Beauty in this zone. Last frost: May 1. First frost: Oct 5.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 6Oct 5

Season: May 1 – Oct 5 (157 days)

Zone4b

Last FrostMay 1

First FrostOct 5

Season Length157 days

Days to Harvest80

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceNone

Spacing1/sqft (12" apart)

When to Plant Eggplant, Black Beauty in Zone 4b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 6

Start Eggplant, Black Beauty seeds indoors around Mar 6 (8 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 85°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 22

Transplant Eggplant, Black Beauty seedlings outdoors after May 22. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65°F. Space plants at 1/sqft (12" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 26

First harvest approximately Jul 26 (~65 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 5).

Companion Planting

✅ Beans✅ Peppers✅ Marigolds✅ Amaranth✅ Basil

❌ Fennel

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Eggplant, Black Beauty in Zone 4b?

Start Eggplant, Black Beauty seeds indoors around Mar 6. Transplant outdoors after May 22. Expect first harvest around Jul 26.

What is the last frost date for Zone 4b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 4b is May 1. The first fall frost averages Oct 5, giving a 157-day growing season.

Can I grow Eggplant, Black Beauty in Zone 4b?

Yes. Eggplant, Black Beauty needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 4b has a 157-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Eggplant, Black Beauty in Zone 4b?

The best time to start Eggplant, Black Beauty in Zone 4b is Mar. Begin seeds indoors around Mar 6, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of May 1.

What companion plants grow well with Eggplant, Black Beauty?

Good companion plants for Eggplant, Black Beauty include Beans, Peppers, Marigolds, Amaranth, Basil. Avoid planting Eggplant, Black Beauty near Fennel.

How long does Eggplant, Black Beauty take to harvest?

Eggplant, Black Beauty takes approximately 80 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 4b, expect your first harvest around Jul 26.

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