Aubergine

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£8.95
Edible
Fruiting

The Glossy Purple Aubergine is a stunning addition to any garden, offering deep purple fruits that not only enhance your culinary dishes but also add vibrant color to your space. Perfect for both novice and experienced gardeners in the UK, this variety thrives in warm climates and is ideal for greenhouses, sunny garden spots, or even container gardening.

Key Features

  • Glossy Dark Purple Fruits
  • Rich, Versatile Flavor
  • High Yield and Bountiful Harvest
  • Disease-Resistant and Easy to Grow
  • Suitable for Greenhouses and Sunny Gardens

How to Grow

  1. Planting: Sow seeds in warm, fertile soil or transplant seedlings after the last frost. Ensure they have ample space to grow.
  2. Care: Provide full sun and regular watering. Use tomato-specific fertilizers every two weeks to promote healthy growth.
  3. Harvesting: Pick the fruits when they are glossy and slightly under-ripe for the best flavor and texture.

Benefits

Growing the Glossy Purple Aubergine offers a rewarding gardening experience with its resilient nature and high productivity. Its rich flavor makes it a favorite for a variety of dishes, from grilling to roasting. The plant's adaptability to different growing conditions ensures a successful harvest, whether you're cultivating in a greenhouse or your backyard garden.

Additional Tips

For optimal growth, plant aubergines in well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Ensure they receive at least six hours of sunlight daily and provide support as the plants grow to maintain structure and maximize yield. Regular pruning can also help in maintaining plant health and productivity.

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Details

Aubergines are a warm-season vegetable known for their glossy, purple skin and meaty texture. They thrive in well-drained, fertile soil and warm temperatures, making them ideal for growing in greenhouses, polytunnels, or sunny areas of the garden. These versatile plants produce abundant fruits that are perfect for grilling, roasting, or using in a variety of dishes like ratatouille and curries. With proper care, aubergine plants will reward gardeners with a plentiful crop of rich, delicious fruits.

  • Produces large, glossy aubergines ideal for cooking
  • Thrives in warm conditions with well-drained soil
  • Perfect for growing in greenhouses, polytunnels, or sunny spots
  • Low-maintenance and easy to grow with regular care

What's Included

Plugs: Healthy, young plug plants with strong roots. Perfect for planting directly in your garden beds or containers, these plugs will give you a head start on the growing season.

Pots: Get big, ready-to-grow plants in 9cm pots. Plant them in your garden or larger pots right away. They're bigger and stronger than plug plants. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start.

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Care Information

Sunlight Full Sun
Position Sheltered
Soil Well drained soil
Planting Time Year round
Moisture Moist
Hardiness Semi-hardy
Growth Rate Medium
Spacing 60cm
Height and Spread 1.5m x 1m
Annual or Perennial Perennial

What You Need To Know About “Aubergine”

Plant Information
How To Plant
Plant Care

Aubergine plants are a productive, warm-season vegetable that produces glossy, purple-skinned fruits with a rich, meaty texture. These plants thrive in warm conditions, making them ideal for growing in greenhouses, polytunnels, or warm, sunny spots in the garden. Aubergines are perfect for grilling, roasting, or adding to dishes like ratatouille, curries, and pasta sauces.

  • Thrives in full sun and well-drained, fertile soil
  • Produces glossy, purple-skinned fruits
  • Ideal for continuous harvesting throughout the season
  • Perfect for growing in greenhouses, polytunnels, or warm, sunny areas

Aubergine plants are a productive, warm-season vegetable that produces glossy, purple-skinned fruits with a rich, meaty texture. These plants thrive in warm conditions, making them ideal for growing in greenhouses, polytunnels, or warm, sunny spots in the garden. Aubergines are perfect for grilling, roasting, or adding to dishes like ratatouille, curries, and pasta sauces.

  • Thrives in full sun and well-drained, fertile soil
  • Produces glossy, purple-skinned fruits
  • Ideal for continuous harvesting throughout the season
  • Perfect for growing in greenhouses, polytunnels, or warm, sunny areas
Planting TimeFebruary onwards
Sunlight & PositioningFull sun
Where to PlantWell-drained soil
Growing LocationGreenhouse, outdoor
Planting TimeFebruary onwards
Sunlight & PositioningFull sun
Where to PlantWell-drained soil
Growing LocationGreenhouse, outdoor

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ideal growing conditions for aubergine plants?

Aubergine plants thrive in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. Regular watering and warm temperatures are essential for healthy growth.

When should I harvest aubergines?

Harvest aubergines when the fruits are glossy and firm, typically 16-18 weeks after planting. Use a sharp knife to cut the fruit.

How do I support aubergine plants as they grow?

Provide stakes or supports for aubergine plants to prevent the heavy fruit from weighing down the stems, ensuring proper air circulation.

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