Plant Eggplant in Zone 8b
Seed-starting, transplant & harvest dates for USDA Zone 8b
Start indoors
Jan 18
Transplant
Mar 29
Harvest (~85d)
Jun 22
In Zone 8b, the average last spring frost is around March. 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
Mar 15
First fall frost
Nov 15
Growing season
245 days
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Frequently asked questions
When should I start eggplant in Zone 8b?
Start eggplant seeds indoors around Jan 18 (Zone 8b).
Can I direct sow eggplant in Zone 8b?
Eggplant is best started indoors and transplanted in Zone 8b rather than direct sown.