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Solanum melongena var. esculentum Tender Annual Purple Long eggplants are a prolific Italian variety. Heavily branched plants typically yield 4 or more dark-purple cucumber-shaped fruits 8"—10" long. It yields well in northern climates. Originally from Asia, eggplant is a staple of Indian and Asian cuisines. It is grilled, baked, roasted, pickled, mashed, and dried.Soil & Water: Eggplants prefers moderately fertile, well-drained loamy soil supplemented with plenty of added organic matter and a pH of 6.0—6.8. Eggplants require heavy water and warm soil. Planting & Growing: Start seeds indoors 4—6 weeks before last frost. Sow seeds directly in a warm climates only. Because eggplants need plenty of water and warm conditions to grow, production accessories such as drip irrigation, plastic mulch, and row covers are a good idea. All eggplants are chill sensitive. Harvesting & Storage: Begin harvesting early when immature fruits are half their mature size; young fruits are more tender and early picking will increase yields. Cut the fruit with shears leaving some stem attached. Did You Know? Eggplants are also used as a trap crop for cucumber beetles. Sun/Shade: Full sun, Planting Depth: 1/4", Spacing After Thinning: 20"—24", Soil Temperature: 74—85°F, Days To Germinate: 8—15, Days To Maturity: 70—85, Height At Maturity: 22"—38" Seeds/unit 24125
Unit Ship Weight: 0.1 lbs.
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