EggplantCommon Name: Eggplant Scientific Name: Solanum melongena USDA Hardiness Zones: N/A (annual) Approximate number of seeds per gram (ounce) : 210 (6,000) Sun: Full sun Water: keep soil consistently moist during germination, do not overwater, but make sure plenty of water is provided in hot and dry weather. Soil: cover with 1/4 inch of well-drained slightly acidic, sandy-loam soil Temperature: 21 to 24 degrees Celsius (70 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit) Spacing: space plants 18 to 24 inches apart in rows about 3 to 4 feet apart Germination Time: 7 to 14 days Eggplant requires warm temperatures to grow. While 70 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit is adequate for germination, nighttime temperatures should not fall below 60 degrees. For optimum growth, daytime temperatures should be 80 to 90 degrees. Restrict the number of fruits per plant to ensure that each fruit grows to full size. |
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