When to plant eggplants in zone 3a
In zone 3a, the last spring frost usually comes around May 20 and the first fall frost around Sep 10. Here is when to plant eggplants.
Start seeds indoorsMar 25
Plant in the bedJun 10
Start pickingAug 24
Your eggplant calendar for zone 3a
- Mar 25: Start eggplant seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- Jun 10: Plant eggplants in the bed
- Aug 24: 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 3a. 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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