Eggplant Black Beauty- Mlg

Description

Black Beauty Eggplant is a classic heirloom variety prized for its large, glossy, deep purple fruits and rich, creamy flesh. The oval fruits typically grow 15–20 cm long and are known for their mild, slightly sweet flavor with very few seeds. This vigorous, high-yielding variety is perfect for grilling, roasting, frying, stuffing, curries, and Mediterranean dishes. It thrives in warm weather and performs exceptionally well in the UAE.

When to Plant in the UAE

• Indoors: Start seeds indoors in July.
• Outdoors: Transplant seedlings or direct sow from October through March, when temperatures are warm.

Planting & Care Tips

• Light & Soil: Plant in full sun in fertile, well-draining soil enriched with compost.
• Depth & Germination: Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep. Germination typically occurs within 7–14 days in warm soil.
• Spacing: Space plants 45–60 cm apart, with 60–90 cm between rows.
• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during flowering and fruit development, but avoid waterlogged conditions.
• Feeding: Apply compost before planting and feed with a balanced fertilizer every 3–4 weeks. Increase potassium once flowering begins to encourage abundant fruit production.
• Harvest: Fruits are ready to harvest in approximately 75–90 days, when they are glossy, firm, and have reached full size.
• Harvesting Tips: Cut fruits from the plant using clean pruners, leaving a short section of stem attached. Harvest regularly to encourage continuous production.