25 Melanzana Violetta Di Firenze Aubergine (Egg Plant) Seeds All seeds 100% guaranteed This Italian variety has very large, tender & tasty fruits that are a deep purple with creamy white accents & a firm favourite of chefs around the world. Picked early there is no need so peel the thin skin. Aubergines are easy to grow with the key to success being sunlight & warmth Sow indoors January to May - Aubergines love heat when germinating Can grow in containers as grows only 2 to 2.5 feet tall. Aubergines are generally started indoors 8 to 10 weeks before last frost Germination 10 to 20 days, soaking seeds overnight will help with germination Sow 1/2 inch deep & cover lightly with loose soil & cover Harvest August through October - Harvest in 80 days Sunny location, these will not tolerate cold conditions Remove the main tip/growing point when the plants are 30cm (12 inches) high Provide support Plant seedlings outdoors after frost has passed Water little & often in well drained soil To encourage further Aubergines, pick before the fruit surface fades Aubergine will keep for a couple of weeks in the refrigerator. Blanch before freezing. Not recommend eaten raw. 25 Violetta Di Firenze Aubergine Seeds
