When to plant eggplants in zone 5b
In zone 5b, the last spring frost usually comes around Apr 28 and the first fall frost around Oct 10. Here is when to plant eggplants.
Start seeds indoorsMar 3
Plant in the bedMay 19
Start pickingAug 2
Your eggplant calendar for zone 5b
- Mar 3: Start eggplant seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- May 19: Plant eggplants in the bed
- Aug 2: Start picking eggplants
Needs warm soil. Pick fruit while the skin is still shiny.
Spacing in a raised bed: 1 plant per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 5b. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
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