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🍆 Growing Eggplant in Zone 6b

Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season — good conditions for Eggplant. Last frost: Apr 15. First frost: Oct 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 18Oct 22

Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 days)

Zone6b

Last FrostApr 15

First FrostOct 22

Season Length190 days

Days to Harvest80

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceNone

Spacing1/sqft (12" apart)

When to Plant Eggplant in Zone 6b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 18

Start Eggplant seeds indoors around Feb 18 (8 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 85°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 6

Transplant Eggplant seedlings outdoors after May 6. 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 10

First harvest approximately Jul 10 (~65 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).

Companion Planting

✅ Beans✅ Peppers✅ Marigolds✅ Amaranth✅ Basil

❌ Fennel

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Eggplant in Zone 6b?

Start Eggplant seeds indoors around Feb 18. Transplant outdoors after May 6. Expect first harvest around Jul 10.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6b is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.

Can I grow Eggplant in Zone 6b?

Yes. Eggplant needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Eggplant in Zone 6b?

The best time to start Eggplant in Zone 6b is Feb. Begin seeds indoors around Feb 18, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Apr 15.

What companion plants grow well with Eggplant?

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

How long does Eggplant take to harvest?

Eggplant takes approximately 80 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 6b, expect your first harvest around Jul 10.

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