When to Plant Eggplant in Zone 9
In USDA zone 9a, start seeds indoors around January 4, transplant or plant outdoors March 15 to May 29, and expect your first harvest around May 29. (9a shown here — see 9a and 9b dates separately below.)
Eggplant planting calendar for USDA Zone 9a
Average last spring frost
March 1
Average first fall frost
December 1
Start seeds indoors
Jan 4
Transplant outdoors
Mar 15
Projected first harvest
May 29
Most eggplant mature in about 65 to 85 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 275 frost-free days in zone 9a.
Eggplant planting calendar for USDA Zone 9b
Average last spring frost
February 15
Average first fall frost
December 15
Start seeds indoors
Dec 21
Transplant outdoors
Mar 1
Projected first harvest
May 15
Most eggplant mature in about 65 to 85 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 303 frost-free days in zone 9b.
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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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