- Very large treadrop shaped fruit
- Heirloom variety from Iraq
- Perfect for grilling or baking
Description
Eggplant- Aswad
Solanum melongena
- Very large treadrop shaped fruit
- Heirloom variety from Iraq
- Perfect for grilling or baking
An heirloom variety from Iraq producing shiny, dark purple skinned, teardrop shaped fruit that can weigh up to 1kg each. Plants are tall (up to 160cm) and highly productive. The flesh is very sweet and perfect for grilling or baking.
Eggplant is also known as 'Aubergine'.
Seeds per gram: 287
Product code: Z-10142_P
Best Months to Plant
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Method | Sow direct or raise seedlings |
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Sowing Depth | 5mm |
Season | Spring or after frost |
Germination | 7-14 days @ 24-32°C |
Hardiness / Life Cycle | Frost tender Perennial (grown as an annual in cool climates) |
Row Spacing | 80cm |
Plant Spacing | 70cm |
Plant Height | 160cm |
Position | Full sun, moist well drained soil |
Days Until Maturity | 75-80 days |
*Notes: Plants may need staking. Picking regularly encourages more fruit. Can be grown as a perennial in warm climates.
How To Grow
Shipping
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Small seed packets ONLY - | Economy Delivery | $3.00 or FREE on orders over $25 | $5 |
Parcel Delivery | Capped rate of $8.99 | ||
Express Delivery | $15.00 | ||
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Express Delivery |
Starting from $15.00 (Calculated by weight) |
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Live Plants - | Live plants | Capped rate of $10.00 |
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Ratings & Reviews
Eggplant- AswadEggplant- Aswad
These eggplants are my favorite. They cook well and hold their shape whether you boil or roast them. Cut into about 20mm cubes they add very nice texture and flavour in a stew. Roasting them whole or cut in half lengthwise gives them a nice sweetness in taste.