Eggplant varieties with photos and descriptions for open ground

Eggplant varieties with photos and descriptions for outdoor cultivation have attracted the interest of many gardeners, leading to a growing interest in this crop. After all, as we know, there are many varieties and cultivars of this plant, which undoubtedly have differences in cultivation and care.

 

Eggplant varieties have different ripening times and growth habits, meaning they can be grown as tall bushes or as dwarf, yet quite branchy and yielding abundant crops. The fruits of this plant are typically dark purple; many call them "blue plants" rather than eggplants, due to the color they impart.

 

Eggplant fruit shapes can vary, but this will all depend on the plant variety. Many eggplant enthusiasts often collect seeds from their own fruit and then grow seedlings from them the following year.

 

"Joker"

 

'Balagur' is a cluster-bearing eggplant variety capable of producing fruit from a trained plant using the cluster-bearing method. This allows the plant to harvest fruits not individually, but in clusters, which can contain a variable number of fruits. Typically, up to six fruits are produced in a single cluster, which naturally places a significant burden on the plant due to the additional weight of the ripened crop.

 

This eggplant bush can reach a meter in height and, of course, requires support, as it produces a huge number of fruits that can easily break the plant. This variety is undoubtedly quite productive, with interestingly shaped fruits.

The skin of ripened vegetables is thin and the flesh is tender. The fruits don't grow particularly large, and since a bush produces many, they tend to be high-yielding. They can reach 15 centimeters in length and weigh 100-130 grams. This variety is considered one of the earliest. The bushes can reach a height of one and a half meters. These eggplants are easy to grow both outdoors and in greenhouses.

 

Many amateur gardeners who grow this variety know that flower drop is quite rare. The only drawback of this species is the frequent staking and monitoring required. Often, not only the stem needs to be supported; sometimes the clusters themselves need to be tied up, as they become heavy and prone to breakage as the fruit ripens, preventing the fruit from ripening.

 

Vakula

 

This variety is considered one of the earliest. It is distinguished by its gigantic stature; the stems of "Vakula" often reach over two meters in height. As many gardeners have noted, this height is suitable for open ground. In greenhouses, this plant can stretch even further. The fruits of this variety are distinctive in shape, dark purple in color, and have tender, firm flesh. They have a distinctive flavor.

 

The yield of these bushes is simply enormous. Fruit can weigh up to 400 grams and reach 20 centimeters in length. Given their tall stature, the plant naturally requires significant support, requiring staking several times during the growing season. It's not uncommon for the plant's clusters to break as the fruit ripens, preventing the fruit from fully ripening. Therefore, the clusters are tied to the stem to reduce the strain.

Today, there are numerous bred eggplant varieties, and before growing a good harvest, it's important to understand the nuances of the variety you're growing. Otherwise, the desired results may be disappointing, and the harvest may be meager.

 

Therefore, it's important to remember that this plant loves full sun, timely watering, and loosened soil. It also requires fertilization with various fertilizers. Ash, manure, and other nutrients are often used. If you follow even the most basic care guidelines, the harvest will be impressive in both quantity and quality.

 

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