When to Plant Eggplant in Zone 9
Solanum melongena
Last updated: Apr 25, 2026 · Sources: USDA, NOAA, Cooperative ExtensionZone 9 Planting Schedule
Start Indoors
Feb 7
6–8 weeks before transplant
Transplant Out
Mar 28
After last frost (Feb 28)
First Harvest
Jun 11
65–85 days after planting
Season Ends
Jul 31
Before first frost (Nov 25)
Quick Facts
Sunlight
☀️ Full Sun
Water Needs
💧💧 Moderate
Spacing
24 inches apart
Planting Depth
0.25 inch
Min Soil Temp
70°F
Germination
7–14 days
Days to Maturity
65–85 days
Frost Tolerance
No frost tolerance
Soil pH
5.5–6.5
Difficulty
Moderate
Recommended for Zone 9
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Eggplant Schedule — All Zones
| Zone | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest Start | Harvest End |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 5 | Apr 9 | May 28 | — | Aug 11 | Sep 30 |
| Zone 6 | Mar 25 | May 13 | — | Jul 27 | Sep 15 |
| Zone 7 | Mar 15 | May 3 | — | Jul 17 | Sep 5 |
| Zone 8 | Feb 27 | Apr 17 | — | Jul 1 | Aug 20 |
| Zone 9 | Feb 7 | Mar 28 | — | Jun 11 | Jul 31 |
| Zone 10 | Jan 20 | Mar 10 | — | May 24 | Jul 13 |
| Zone 11 | Dec 25 | Feb 12 | — | Apr 28 | Jun 17 |
📚 Data Sources
Frost dates: NOAA Climate Normals 1991–2020, National Centers for Environmental Information.Hardiness zones: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, Agricultural Research Service.
Growing requirements: Cooperative Extension Services — NC State, Penn State, University of Florida IFAS.
Companion planting: Cornell University Cooperative Extension.
Data compiled from public agricultural sources. Always verify with your local extension office for micro-climate adjustments.