Eggplants are one of the most popular vegetables in many countries, including the United States. The plants are nutritious and can be prepared in so many ways. Since eggplants take a long time to mature, it is important to know when to plant them so that you can harvest them in time.
When To Plant Eggplants
Eggplants are warm-season vegetables that should be planted in the spring. They can be grown in containers, but they also do well in the ground. The key is to provide eggplants with plenty of water, grow them in full sun, and the proper amount of fertilizer throughout their growing season.
Planting time depends on where you live: if you live in an area with hot summers, it’s best to start eggplant seeds indoors before transplanting them into your garden once the weather warms up.
If your summer temperatures stay milder than 80°F (27°C), then it may be okay to skip this step; however, we recommend starting with transplants because eggplants are ready for harvest sooner than seedlings would be if grown from seed outdoors.
Where Is The Best Place To Plant Eggplants?
Eggplant is a warm-season crop that needs at least 8 hours of sunlight per day. The best location for planting eggplants is an area with full sun exposure during the day, but shade from the afternoon sun. This way, your plants will be able to receive enough sunlight during the day for them to grow properly and produce tasty fruit later on.
You should also make sure that you choose a spot where there aren’t any weeds present or plants growing around your eggplant plants. If there are weeds present, they may compete with your eggplants for nutrients and water from the soil around them, which could result in stunted growth or even death if there are too many competing plants around your eggplants’ roots.
What Is The Best Month To Plant Eggplants?
Eggplants are harvested during the summer and sometimes during the fall.
Therefore in order to harvest the eggplants during the summer, the best month to plant eggplants is in April. The eggplant is a warm-season crop, so it needs warm weather for germination and growth. Planting them in April will give your plants plenty of time to grow before the summer heat arrives.
How Long Do Eggplants Take To Grow?
The length of time it takes for an eggplant plant to mature varies depending on the type of eggplant you’re growing and how much time, effort and care you devote to your garden.
Generally, it will take 65 to 80 days for eggplant plants to reach maturity after transplanting, although they can produce fruit in as little as 50 days if conditions are right and they have been grown with care.
However, if you’re growing them from seeds, expect 100-120 days to mature.
The best way to get a head start on growing eggplants is by starting them indoors during the winter months so that they’ll be ready for transplanting when warmer weather rolls around. Seedlings should be started indoors for about 8 to 10 weeks before transplanting outdoors.
How Many Years Do Eggplants Live For?
That depends on where you live. Eggplant can live up to three years in very warm climates, like zones 10-12. If you’re outside that zone, eggplants will live for only one season and will need to be planted each year.
If you leave your eggplants in the garden after they’ve stopped producing fruit, they’ll take up space that could be used by other plants — so it’s best to remove them before the next growing season.
Conclusion
Eggplants are a great addition to any garden. It’s best to wait until spring to plant them, right after the last frost. Planting eggplants during the spring will ensure you will have a good harvest during the summer.
