Description
50 Seeds per pack
(a.k.a. Cooks Strain) (Solanum melongena) 78 – 90 days. Florida Market Open Pollinated Eggplants grow from 30″ to 38″ tall and produces fruit that is glossy, dark purple, and around 9″ long. Florida Market Eggplant is almost resistance to sunscald and is very prolific.
Planting Instructions for Florida Market Eggplant Seeds
Florida Market Eggplants are heat loving plants requiring a long growing season. In cool or short season climates start eggplant indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, keeping soil at 75-85°F, by applying bottom heat. Transplant heirloom eggplant after the danger of frost, once the soil is warm. For direct seeding eggplant outdoors, plant in full sun, ¼” deep, 12-18″ apart, in rows 2-2½’ apart. Germination occurs in 5-17 days in soil 70-85°F. Stake tall heirloom eggplant varieties to keep the fruits off the ground. Start picking eggplants as soon as they’re big enough to use, and are still glossy. Harvest with a knife or pruning shears. If eggplant fruits turn dull or brown, they are overripe.
FAQ:
What are the characteristics of the Florida Market Eggplant?
The Florida Market Eggplant is an open-pollinated variety that grows between 30 to 38 inches tall. It produces glossy, dark purple fruits approximately 9 inches long and is known for its prolific yield and resistance to sunscald.
How should I start Florida Market Eggplant seeds in cooler climates?
In cooler or short season climates, start the seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost. Maintain the soil temperature between 75°F and 85°F, possibly using bottom heat to achieve this.
When is the appropriate time to transplant Florida Market Eggplant seedlings outdoors?
Transplant the seedlings outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and once the soil has warmed sufficiently. Ensure the plants receive full sun exposure.
What is the recommended spacing for planting Florida Market Eggplants?
For direct seeding outdoors, plant seeds ¼ inch deep, spacing them 12 to 18 inches apart in rows that are 2 to 2½ feet apart. This spacing allows for adequate air circulation and growth.
How can I determine the optimal time to harvest Florida Market Eggplants?
Begin harvesting the eggplants as soon as they are large enough for use and still have a glossy appearance. Use a knife or pruning shears to cut the fruits. If the fruits turn dull or brown, they are overripe.
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