(Solanum melongena) Collected from the Ukraine by SSE in 1993. Fruits are set in clusters of 4-6 on 2' tall plants. Dark purple fruits with green tinted flesh are 9" long by 3" in diameter. Excellent texture and flavor, rarely bitter. Disease resistant. 70 days from transplant.
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START INDOORS
8 weeks before last frost |
GERMINATION
14 Days |
PLANT OUTDOORS
18-24" Apart |
LIGHT
Full Sun |
Green Thumb Tip
Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Transplant outdoors once danger of frost has passed and soil is warm. Using landscape fabric or black plastic can accelerate growth and productivity in cooler climates.