Solanum melongena
Solanaceae
Temperature
- Germination: 22-24°C
- Growth: 24-26°C
Light
- Aubergines do best with plenty of light.
- We recommend germinating with 12 hours per day for the first 5 to 6 weeks.
- Raise to 14 to 16 hours per day for two to three weeks.
- Lower to 10 hours per week until fruiting.
Soil
- Use a slightly sandy soil.
- For aubergine, we recommend this soil mix.
Time Of Growth
- Expect about 55 to 65 days from seed to harvest, depending on variety.
HOW TO START
- Aubergine can be planted directly into the pot but need to stay warm for successful germination.
WATERING & CARE
- Water well.
How To Use
- Dice and sautee with a bit of olive oil for a simple sauce, or slice thin and put on the grill to eat plain, in sandwiches or salads.
Nutritional Values
for 100 g of productPotassium: 230 mg
Phosphorus: 25 mg
Calcium: 9 mg
Sodium: 2 mg
Iron: 0.24 mg
Vitamic C: 2.2 mg
Solanum melongena
Solanaceae
Temperature
- Germination: 22-24°C
- Growth: 24-26°C
Light
- Aubergines do best with plenty of light.
- We recommend germinating with 12 hours per day for the first 5 to 6 weeks.
- Raise to 14 to 16 hours per day for two to three weeks.
- Lower to 10 hours per week until fruiting.
Soil
- Use a slightly sandy soil.
- For aubergine, we recommend this soil mix.
Time Of Growth
- Expect about 55 to 65 days from seed to harvest, depending on variety.
HOW TO START
- Aubergine can be planted directly into the pot but need to stay warm for successful germination.
WATERING & CARE
- Water well.
How To Use
- Dice and sautee with a bit of olive oil for a simple sauce, or slice thin and put on the grill to eat plain, in sandwiches or salads.
Nutritional Values
for 100 g of productPotassium: 230 mg
Phosphorus: 25 mg
Calcium: 9 mg
Sodium: 2 mg
Iron: 0.24 mg
Vitamic C: 2.2 mg
