Sahaja Brinjal Purple Long Seeds

The Long Purple variety of eggplant grows to be up to eight to ten inches long . The Long Purple reaches maturity in eighty days and is suitable for grow zones five to twelve. This variety does best in moist soil and full sun. This classic favorite produces club shaped fruit that are 10 inches long by 2 inches in diameter.

 Growing Organic Long Purple Eggplant Garden Seeds

Perennial, Often Grown as an Annual:

Long Purple Eggplants are versatile plants that can be grown as perennials, although they are commonly cultivated as annuals. They can be started indoors and transplanted outdoors once they reach a height of at least six inches, and the weather has warmed to at least 55 degrees Fahrenheit.

Indoor Sowing:

1. Prepare Pots or Trays: Poke a hole half an inch deep in each pot or tray to be used for sowing.
2. Sow Seeds: Place two seeds in each hole. 
3. Cover Seeds: Lightly cover the seeds with soil.
4. Sunlight Exposure: Position the pots or trays by a window that receives full sunlight.
5. Moisture Maintenance: Eggplants thrive in moist soil, so it’s crucial to keep the soil adequately watered.

Thinning Out:

– Once you observe two sets of leaves sprouting, thin them out by cutting the weaker of the two down to soil level. This ensures robust and healthy plant development.

Transplanting Outdoors:

– After thinning, transplant the Long Purple eggplants outdoors. Water them daily to maintain moist soil.

Support and Care:

– Since the crops can become heavy, provide support using posts, poles, or other suitable structures to prevent breakage.

Harvesting:

– Harvest the eggplants when the globes are glossy by snipping them off the vine. This is an indication that they are ready for consumption.

 Eggplant – Basic Information

– Other Names: Aubergine, Brinjal Eggplant, Melongene, Brinjal, or Guinea Squash

– Color: Dark Purple

– Flavor: Savory and mildly bitter