When should I plant Eggplant, Listada de Gandia in Zone 3b?

Start Eggplant, Listada de Gandia seeds indoors around Mar 20. Transplant outdoors after Jun 5. Expect first harvest around Aug 9.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3b is May 15. The first fall frost averages Sep 22, giving a 130-day growing season.

Can I grow Eggplant, Listada de Gandia in Zone 3b?

Yes. Eggplant, Listada de Gandia needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 3b has a 130-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍆 Growing Eggplant, Listada de Gandia in Zone 3b

Zone 3b has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Eggplant, Listada de Gandia early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Last frost: May 15. First frost: Sep 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 20Sep 22

Season: May 15 – Sep 22 (130 days)

Zone3b

Last FrostMay 15

First FrostSep 22

Season Length130 days

Days to Harvest80

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceNone

Spacing1/sqft (12" apart)

When to Plant Eggplant, Listada de Gandia in Zone 3b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 20

Start Eggplant, Listada de Gandia seeds indoors around Mar 20 (8 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 85°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jun 5

Transplant Eggplant, Listada de Gandia seedlings outdoors after Jun 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65°F. Space plants at 1/sqft (12" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Aug 9

First harvest approximately Aug 9 (~65 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 22).

Companion Planting

✅ Beans✅ Peppers✅ Marigolds✅ Amaranth✅ Basil

❌ Fennel

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