Plant Eggplant in Zone 5a
Seed-starting, transplant & harvest dates for USDA Zone 5a
Start indoors
Mar 5
Transplant
May 14
Harvest (~85d)
Aug 7
In Zone 5a, the average last spring frost is around April. Eggplant is a tender crop, so give it a head start indoors about 8 weeks before that, then move it out after frost danger passes.
Last spring frost
Apr 30
First fall frost
Oct 3
Growing season
156 days
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Frequently asked questions
When should I start eggplant in Zone 5a?
Start eggplant seeds indoors around Mar 5 (Zone 5a).
Can I direct sow eggplant in Zone 5a?
Eggplant is best started indoors and transplanted in Zone 5a rather than direct sown.