Solanum melongena

Solanum melongena purple egglant seeds

Planting description：

Germination temperature: 20-25degrees
Growth temperature: 20-30degrees
Germination time: 12-15 days
Plant height: 30-50cm
Crown width of adult plant:20-30cm
Sowing to flowering: 140-160days
Light needs: Likes full sun
Fruit color:egg shape purple color eggplant

Characteristics:Eggplant is an annual or short-lived perennial plant that is very sensitive to cold temperatures. It grows fastest when the temperature ranges between 70 and 85 degrees. It produces an edible shiny glossy fruit. The plant may grow 2 to 4 feet tall and is multi-branched. The leaves and stems have star-shaped hairs, and the small violet flowers are also star-shaped. Eggplant or Aubergine is a member of the Solanaceae or nightshade family which also includes tomatoes, potatoes, and peppers. It is grown primarily as a food crop.This species is native to South Central China, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. The plant is grown as a perennial in South Asia. It is now cultivated worldwide. In North Carolina, eggplant is considered an annual.