When should I plant Thai Eggplant in Zone 1a?

Start Thai Eggplant seeds indoors around Mar 30. Transplant outdoors after Jun 15. Expect first harvest around Aug 19.

What is the last frost date for Zone 1a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 1a is May 25. The first fall frost averages Aug 28, giving a 95-day growing season.

Can I grow Thai Eggplant in Zone 1a?

Yes. Thai Eggplant needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 1a has a 95-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Thai Eggplant in Zone 1a

Zone 1a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Thai Eggplant early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Sista frost: May 25. Första frost: Aug 28.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 30Aug 28

Season: May 25 – Aug 28 (95 dagar)

Zon1a

Sista frostMay 25

Första frostAug 28

Säsong95 dagar

Skörd80 dagar

SolFull Sol

When to Plant Thai Eggplant in Zone 1a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 30

Start Thai Eggplant seeds indoors around Mar 30 (8 veckor före sista frosten). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jun 15

Transplant Thai Eggplant seedlings outdoors after Jun 15. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm avstånd). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Aug 19

First harvest approximately Aug 19 (~65 dagar from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Aug 28).

Thai Eggplant in Other Zones

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