- Eggplant seeds, variety Larga Negra, a well-known variety producing long, dark purple fruits of high quality. The plant is vigorous with consistent yields and uniformly shaped fruits suitable for the fresh market and home use. The variety is well suited to open-field cultivation and gives good results when sowing dates and regular watering are respected.
Key Features
- Long eggplant variety with uniform fruits.
- Dark purple color and good market quality.
- Vigorous growth and consistent production.
- Suitable for field cultivation and home use.
- Fruits suitable for fresh consumption and cooking.
- High-quality seeds from a company specialized in vegetable seed production.
Specifications
- Trade Name: Larga Negra eggplant seeds
- Crop: Eggplant
- Net Weight: 5 g
- Germination Rate: 85%
- Purity: 97%
- Seed Treatment: Fungicide (fludioxonil) for seed protection
- Country of Origin: China
- Packed in: Spain
Directions for Use
- Sow eggplant seeds in a nursery or well-prepared soil at a depth of 1–2 cm. Germination starts within a suitable period depending on temperature. Once seedlings reach a suitable size, transplant them to the permanent field. Space plants about 70 cm apart with 60 cm between rows for good air circulation and balanced growth. Eggplant needs fertile, well-drained soil and regular watering without drought stress.
Sowing Season
- Temperate regions: during winter and early spring.
- Colder regions: during spring.
- Avoid sowing during periods of severe cold or high heat.
Harvest
- Harvest begins once fruiting starts and fruits reach a suitable size; pick in several rounds to maintain fruit quality and continued production.
Orkida Tip
- For a good eggplant yield, pay attention to balanced fertilization and regular irrigation, especially during flowering and fruiting. In hot regions, choosing the right sowing date improves fruit quality and reduces heat stress on the plant.