AUBERGINE/EGGPLANT BLACK BEAUTY SEEDS

These are one of the most reliable and prolific aubergines, which produce several fats and deep purple fruits about 12cm long on tall, sturdy plants. Fruits mature early, so you'll get a good crop even in a less-than-perfect summer. 

In milder areas, they can be grown outside in a sheltered, sunny spot, although for the highest yields, you'll need the extra heat of a greenhouse. This heritage variety was introduced in 1910.

Did you know?

Aubergines are a good source of vitamins B1 & B6.

 Vitamin B1, also called thiamine, helps your body turn food into energy and can also help keep your nervous system healthy. Our bodies can't make vitamin B1 themselves, which means we rely on our diet to get all we need.

Pack size: 50 seeds

Companion planting:  Other members of the nightshade family, like tomatoes, peppers & potatoes, make good companions for eggplants because they share similar growing requirements.

When to sow Aubergine seeds

January-April

plant out May-June

How to sow.

Sow seeds in pots on a warm, sunny windowsill from early spring and pot them on individually as they grow. Plant out from late May, after all threat of frost has passed, 45cm apart into grow bags or into the greenhouse border. Water well and feed fortnightly with tomato feed. Support with canes as the plants grow and pinch out the top of the plant once it's 45cm high to encourage bushy growth and more fruits.

Harvest

July-October

For more seeds, please take a look at our website curriotthillnursery.co.uk

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