When should I plant Thai Eggplant in Zone 3a?

Start Thai Eggplant seeds indoors around Mar 27. Transplant outdoors after Jun 12. Expect first harvest around Aug 16.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3a is May 22. The first fall frost averages Sep 12, giving a 113-day growing season.

Can I grow Thai Eggplant in Zone 3a?

Yes. Thai Eggplant needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 3a has a 113-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Thai Eggplant in Zone 3a

Zone 3a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Thai Eggplant early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Posledný mráz: May 22. Prvý mráz: Sep 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 27Sep 12

Season: May 22 – Sep 12 (113 dní)

Zóna3a

Posledný mrázMay 22

Prvý mrázSep 12

Sezóna113 dní

Úroda80 dní

SlnkoPlné Slnko

When to Plant Thai Eggplant in Zone 3a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 27

Start Thai Eggplant seeds indoors around Mar 27 (8 týždňov pred posledným mrazom). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jun 12

Transplant Thai Eggplant seedlings outdoors after Jun 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm rozostup). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Aug 16

First harvest approximately Aug 16 (~65 dní from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 12).

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