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When to Plant Eggplant in Tennessee
UT Extension gives one set of dates for eggplant for the whole state: spring planting runs May 1 to Jun 15.
Photo: Eggplant flower and fruit on the plant. Elmer Centeno Guevarra, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Planting dates for eggplant in your county
The calendar gives one set of dates for the whole state.
Glossy dark purple eggplant hanging from a leafy plant in a garden
Published dates for eggplant in Tennessee
| Type | Season | Region | Published dates | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eggplant | spring | Tennessee (statewide) | Spring planting: 5/1 to 6/15 | W 346-B, p. 7, Table 5 |
More planting dates for Tennessee
Planting dates for each crop in Tennessee, from the UT Extension calendar.
Planting eggplant in Tennessee: questions
When do you plant eggplant in Tennessee?
UT Extension gives one set of dates for eggplant for the whole state: spring planting runs May 1 to Jun 15.
Can I plant eggplant in the fall in Tennessee?
The UT Extension calendar used here lists no fall window for eggplant.
How close to frost can I plant eggplant?
Use your county’s 10% last frost date on the Tennessee frost dates page for a safe margin.
Where do these dates for eggplant come from?
W 346-B Backyard Vegetables: The Tennessee Vegetable Garden – Garden Planning, Plant Preparation and Planting.
How are the county dates set?
There is a single statewide window; only frost dates differ by county.
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