Plant Eggplant in Zone 6b
Seed-starting, transplant & harvest dates for USDA Zone 6b
Start indoors
Feb 18
Transplant
Apr 29
Harvest (~85d)
Jul 23
In Zone 6b, 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 15
First fall frost
Oct 18
Growing season
186 days
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Frequently asked questions
When should I start eggplant in Zone 6b?
Start eggplant seeds indoors around Feb 18 (Zone 6b).
Can I direct sow eggplant in Zone 6b?
Eggplant is best started indoors and transplanted in Zone 6b rather than direct sown.