🌿 Aubergine/Eggplant – Outdoor Growing Guide

Most heat-demanding vegetable – needs stable warm weather.

Frost Sensitivity
Very High
Min. Night Temperature
14°C
Safe transplanting threshold
Optimal Day Temperature
22–35°C
Ideal daytime range
Planting Season
Late Spring
Typical planting window

📅 When to Plant Aubergine/Eggplant?

Aubergine/Eggplant (also known as Aubergine) belongs to the Vegetables category and is suitable for outdoor planting from Late Spring onwards.

Use the Growing Temperature Sum (GTS) as a guide: Aubergine/Eggplant can be safely transplanted once the local GTS has passed the threshold for Late Spring and no frost is expected. GrowPilot.guide calculates the current GTS for your location automatically.

🗓️ Tip: Always check the 10-day weather forecast before planting outdoors. The GTS is a helpful guide but does not replace a frost check for your specific area.

❄️ Frost Sensitivity & Protection

Aubergine/Eggplant cannot tolerate any frost whatsoever. Even light ground frost (−1°C) can cause complete plant loss. Only transplant outdoors when night temperatures are consistently above 14°C and no frost is forecast for the next two weeks.

What to do in case of late frost?

❄️ Late frost risk: In many temperate climates, late spring frosts can occur well into May. Always check the 10-day forecast before planting Aubergine/Eggplant outdoors.

🌡️ Optimal Temperatures

Aubergine/Eggplant grows best at daytime temperatures between 22°C and 35°C. Night temperatures should not fall below 14°C.

🍄 Mold & Rain Tolerance

Aubergine/Eggplant shows moderate sensitivity to mold. Take precautions during extended rain or very high humidity – good ventilation is important.

Rain sensitivity: Medium – Moderate rain is tolerated, but waterlogging should be avoided.

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