Eggplant Blacknite
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Description
Features
- Thrives in hot weather
- Great when baked
- Rich in vitamin C
Climate Guide
- Tropical & Sub-Tropical All Year Around
- Temperate Spring to Early Summer
- Cool Spring
Approximate Seed Count
90
How to Grow
Position
Full sun
How
Sow direct in warm conditions or raise in trays of Yates Seed Raising Mix. Firm down and keep moist. Transplant when 6-8cm high.
Care
Requires full sun and well-drained soil. Add organic matter and Thrive Granular Choose a well drained sunny position. Prepare soil by adding Yates Blood & Bone. When first flowers appear begin applying Thrive Flower & Fruit regularly. Water regularly and mulch well to maintain good soil moisture. Protect from snails and slugs with Yates Blitzem.
Hint
Great companion plant for beans, marjoram, marigolds & thyme. For best fruit quality, harvest when skin is smooth and shiny. Leave 2cm of stem to improve storage.