Vegetable
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• Crops in : Harvest July to October
• Ideal for : Containers, Patios
• Height : 24 inches

Description

Produces an abundance of golf ball sized, bitter free baby fruits throughout the summer on dwarf plants 60cm (24in) high, making it ideal for growing in containers on the patio. Fruits hold their flavour, quality and colour well after picking.

Sowing Instructions

Sow February-May for growing indoors. Sow seed on the surface of a good free draining, moist seed compost and cover with 6mm (¼in) layer of vermiculite or compost. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag at constant 18-21C (65-70F) until after germination which takes 10-14 days.

Aftercare

Once first flowers have set. feed and water regularly with a high potash tomato feed. Harvest regularly to promote further flowers and to extend the picking season.

Nutritional Information

Aubergines are a good source of viscous fibre which has been shown to reduce the absorption of cholesterol. They contain Vitamins E & K and are high in potassium, folate and magnesium.

Kitchen Notes

Prolific crop of small fruits throughout the summer.