AUBERGINE

(Solanum melongena)

Carina

Plant of intermediate height, yields oval, pear-shaped fruit. While unripe fruit can be harvested for preserves. Early variety, very productive. If fruit is left to ripen, it can be used as normal.
Formats







Cultivation
To facilitate germination, soak the seed in water for 24 hours. Deep soil, rich in organic material. Needs high temperatures and plenty sunlight to develop and flower.