When to Plant Eggplant in West Virginia
In a typical West Virginia location, start seeds indoors Feb 9 – Feb 23, then transplant outdoors May 4 – May 11. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 26 in Huntington and as late as May 20 in Beckley.
Warm-season crop, similar timing to pepper; needs consistently warm soil (65F+) to transplant.
Eggplant Planting Dates by City
| City | Start indoors | Transplant |
|---|---|---|
| Huntington | Feb 1 – Feb 15 | Apr 26 – May 3 |
| Charleston | Feb 5 – Feb 19 | Apr 30 – May 7 |
| Parkersburg | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | Apr 28 – May 5 |
| Morgantown | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | May 10 – May 17 |
| Wheeling | Feb 9 – Feb 23 | May 4 – May 11 |
| Weirton Heights | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | May 13 – May 20 |
| Weirton | Feb 18 – Mar 4 | May 13 – May 20 |
| Fairmont | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | May 2 – May 9 |
| Martinsburg | Feb 6 – Feb 20 | May 1 – May 8 |
| Beckley | Feb 25 – Mar 11 | May 20 – May 27 |
| Clarksburg | Feb 11 – Feb 25 | May 6 – May 13 |
| Teays Valley | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | May 2 – May 9 |
| South Charleston | Feb 12 – Feb 26 | May 7 – May 14 |
| Saint Albans | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | May 2 – May 9 |
| Vienna | Feb 3 – Feb 17 | Apr 28 – May 5 |
| Bluefield | Feb 19 – Mar 5 | May 14 – May 21 |
| Cross Lanes | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | May 2 – May 9 |
| Moundsville | Feb 15 – Mar 1 | May 10 – May 17 |
| Bridgeport | Feb 7 – Feb 21 | May 2 – May 9 |
| Oak Hill | Feb 10 – Feb 24 | May 5 – May 12 |
Showing the 20 most populous of 20 West Virginia cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all West Virginia cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant eggplant in West Virginia?
In a typical West Virginia location, start seeds indoors Feb 9 – Feb 23, then transplant outdoors May 4 – May 11. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 26 in Huntington and as late as May 20 in Beckley.
When is the last frost in West Virginia?
The average last spring frost in West Virginia ranges from April 12 in Huntington to May 6 in Beckley, 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 West Virginia
- 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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