When to Plant Eggplant in Zone 7
In USDA zone 7a, start seeds indoors around February 18, transplant or plant outdoors April 29 to July 13, and expect your first harvest around July 13. (7a shown here — see 7a and 7b dates separately below.)
Eggplant planting calendar for USDA Zone 7a
Average last spring frost
April 15
Average first fall frost
October 20
Start seeds indoors
Feb 18
Transplant outdoors
Apr 29
Projected first harvest
Jul 13
Most eggplant mature in about 65 to 85 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 188 frost-free days in zone 7a.
Eggplant planting calendar for USDA Zone 7b
Average last spring frost
April 10
Average first fall frost
October 30
Start seeds indoors
Feb 13
Transplant outdoors
Apr 24
Projected first harvest
Jul 8
Most eggplant mature in about 65 to 85 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 203 frost-free days in zone 7b.
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Varieties to grow
5 varieties of eggplant in the HomeSown library. Tap any for its full grow guide.
Common problems with eggplant
What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each
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