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Eggplant

Eggplant

Nightshades

65-80 days to harvestFrost Sensitive
Growing Requirements
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Full Sun

6+ hours

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Regular

Water needs

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24"

Spacing

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5.5-6.5

Soil pH

Companion Planting

Plant With

Avoid Planting With

Growing Tips
  • Loves heat - don't rush transplanting
  • Harvest when skin is glossy; dull skin means overripe
  • Cut rather than pull fruits to avoid damaging plant
  • Flea beetles are common - use row cover early

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