Solanum, Italian Eggplant 'Roxanne' ~ 13 seeds
- Sun Preference
- Full-Sun
Description
A delicious Italian specialty! Vigorous plants yield abundant 5 to 6 inch beautiful, glossy rich purple fruits streaked in white. Fruits are elongated with plump rounded bottoms and have no thorns on their calyxes to snag your fingers when harvesting! Texture is tender but firm with a creamy delicate flavor and few seeds. Perfect to slice thickly, brush with olive oil, then grill or roast until soft and succulent, top with grated cheese and enjoy throughout the harvest season.
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Details
In early spring, start indoors about 2 months before outdoor night temperatures are reliably in the 50-55°F (10-13°C) range. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep and 1 inch apart in a container of seed starting mix. Keep moist and warm 80-85°F (27-30°C) and provide a strong light source until ready to plant outside. When seedlings are 2 inches tall, transplant into deeper individual containers. Maintain at 70-75°F (21-24°C). Feed with half-strength fertilizer every 2 weeks until weather is warm enough to gradually acclimate seedlings to outdoor conditions. Transplant 2 feet apart into rich soil in full sun.
Don’t transplant these heat-lovers outdoors until nights stay securely above 55°F (13°C). Prepare soil well with aged manure or compost. Plant only robust seedlings with well-developed roots and mulch well. Fertilize plants regularly, at least monthly, throughout the growing season.
Pick when fruits have sized up and have firm, glossy flesh. Slice and quickly sauté, or cut in half lengthwise, brush with olive oil and a little chopped garlic, and then roast or grill until soft and succulent. Serve sprinkled with fresh chopped herbs like basil, dill or thyme and grated fresh Parmesan.
More Information
| Brand | Renee's Garden |
|---|---|
| Seed Packet Type | Vegetables |
| Common Family Name | Eggplant |
| Sun Preference | Full-Sun |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Harvest Time | Late Summer, Early Fall |
| Plant Life Cycle | Annual |
| Spacing Between Rows | 24" |
| Spacing in Row | 24" |
| Planting Depth | 1/4" |
| Days to Germination | 7-14 |
| Days to Maturity | 72-76 |
| Manufacturer Number | 5711 |