When to Plant Eggplant in North Dakota
In a typical North Dakota location, start seeds indoors Mar 1 – Mar 15, then transplant outdoors May 24 – May 31. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as May 18 in Wahpeton and as late as Jun 4 in Beulah.
Warm-season crop, similar timing to pepper; needs consistently warm soil (65F+) to transplant.
Eggplant Planting Dates by City
| City | Start indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|
| Fargo | Feb 24 – Mar 10 | May 19 – May 26 |
| Bismarck | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | May 24 – May 31 |
| Grand Forks | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | May 24 – May 31 |
| Minot | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | May 24 – May 31 |
| West Fargo | Mar 1 – Mar 15 | May 24 – May 31 |
| Williston | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Jun 4 – Jun 11 |
| Dickinson | Mar 11 – Mar 25 | Jun 3 – Jun 10 |
| Mandan | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | May 27 – Jun 3 |
| Jamestown | Feb 27 – Mar 13 | May 22 – May 29 |
| Wahpeton | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | May 18 – May 25 |
| Devils Lake | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | May 20 – May 27 |
| Watford City | Feb 28 – Mar 14 | May 23 – May 30 |
| Valley City | Mar 4 – Mar 18 | May 27 – Jun 3 |
| Minot Air Force Base | Mar 2 – Mar 16 | May 25 – Jun 1 |
| Grafton | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | May 18 – May 25 |
| Lincoln | Mar 5 – Mar 19 | May 28 – Jun 4 |
| Beulah | Mar 12 – Mar 26 | Jun 4 – Jun 11 |
| Rugby | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | May 31 – Jun 7 |
| Stanley | Mar 8 – Mar 22 | May 31 – Jun 7 |
| Horace | Feb 23 – Mar 9 | May 18 – May 25 |
Showing the 20 most populous of 20 North Dakota cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all North Dakota cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant eggplant in North Dakota?
In a typical North Dakota location, start seeds indoors Mar 1 – Mar 15, then transplant outdoors May 24 – May 31. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as May 18 in Wahpeton and as late as Jun 4 in Beulah.
When is the last frost in North Dakota?
The average last spring frost in North Dakota ranges from May 4 in Wahpeton to May 21 in Beulah, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do eggplant take to grow?
Eggplant typically take 65–85 days from planting to harvest. Warm-season crop, similar timing to pepper; needs consistently warm soil (65F+) to transplant.
Other Crops in North Dakota
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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