When should I plant Aubergine in Zone 8b?

Start Aubergine seeds indoors around Jan 25. Transplant outdoors after Apr 12. Expect first harvest around Jun 16.

What is the last frost date for Zone 8b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 8b is Mar 22. The first fall frost averages Nov 10, giving a 233-day growing season.

Can I grow Aubergine in Zone 8b?

Yes. Aubergine needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 8b has a 233-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🍆 Growing Aubergine in Zone 8b

Zone 8b has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Aubergine. Sista frost: Mar 22. Första frost: Nov 10.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 25Nov 10

Season: Mar 22 – Nov 10 (233 dagar)

Zon8b

Sista frostMar 22

Första frostNov 10

Säsong233 dagar

Skörd80 dagar

SolFull Sol

When to Plant Aubergine in Zone 8b

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 25

Start Aubergine seeds indoors around Jan 25 (8 veckor före sista frosten). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 12

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

Harvest: Jun 16

First harvest approximately Jun 16 (~65 dagar from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 10).

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