When should I plant Eggplant, Rosa Bianca in Zone 11b?

Start Eggplant, Rosa Bianca seeds indoors around Nov 20. Transplant outdoors after Feb 5. Expect first harvest around Apr 11.

What is the last frost date for Zone 11b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 11b is Jan 15. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 350-day growing season.

Can I grow Eggplant, Rosa Bianca in Zone 11b?

Yes. Eggplant, Rosa Bianca needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 11b has a 350-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍆 Growing Eggplant, Rosa Bianca in Zone 11b

Zone 11b has a year-round growing season. Eggplant, Rosa Bianca can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 15. First frost: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Nov 20Dec 31

Season: Jan 15 – Dec 31 (350 days)

Zone11b

Last FrostJan 15

First FrostDec 31

Season Length350 days

Days to Harvest80

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceNone

Spacing1/sqft (12" apart)

When to Plant Eggplant, Rosa Bianca in Zone 11b

Start Seeds Indoors: Nov 20

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

Transplant Outdoors: Feb 5

Transplant Eggplant, Rosa Bianca seedlings outdoors after Feb 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: Apr 11

First harvest approximately Apr 11 (~65 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

Companion Planting

✅ Beans✅ Peppers✅ Marigolds✅ Amaranth✅ Basil

❌ Fennel

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