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🍆 Growing Eggplant, Thai Green in Zone 13b

Zone 13b has a year-round growing season. Eggplant, Thai Green can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 1. First frost: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Nov 6Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 days)

Zone13b

Last FrostJan 1

First FrostDec 31

Season Length364 days

Days to Harvest80

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceNone

Spacing1/sqft (12" apart)

When to Plant Eggplant, Thai Green in Zone 13b

Start Seeds Indoors: Nov 6

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

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 22

Transplant Eggplant, Thai Green seedlings outdoors after Jan 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: Mar 28

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

Companion Planting

✅ Beans✅ Peppers✅ Marigolds✅ Amaranth✅ Basil

❌ Fennel

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Eggplant, Thai Green in Zone 13b?

Start Eggplant, Thai Green seeds indoors around Nov 6. Transplant outdoors after Jan 22. Expect first harvest around Mar 28.

What is the last frost date for Zone 13b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 13b is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Eggplant, Thai Green in Zone 13b?

Yes. Eggplant, Thai Green needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 13b has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Eggplant, Thai Green in Zone 13b?

The best time to start Eggplant, Thai Green in Zone 13b is Nov. Begin seeds indoors around Nov 6, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Jan 1.

What companion plants grow well with Eggplant, Thai Green?

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

How long does Eggplant, Thai Green take to harvest?

Eggplant, Thai Green takes approximately 80 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 13b, expect your first harvest around Mar 28.

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