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The Thai Rugby eggplant, a unique and highly productive variety from Thailand, is fast-growing and well-suited for pots and containers. Its distinct rugby ball or bullet shape, measuring about 4-5 cm in length and 2 cm in diameter, makes it a delightful choice for culinary use. With a crunchy and sweet flavor profile, this small eggplant can be enjoyed raw as a side vegetable or cooked. Its attractive pale green color with white stripes adds to its appeal, offering a delicious and versatile option for eggplant lovers.
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
| Botanical Name | Solanum melongena |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 10 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 15 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/4 in. |
| When to Sow | Indoors 8-10 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height | 24-36 in. (60-90 cm) |
| Plant Spacing | 12-15 in. (30-38 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Danger | Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested |
| Bloom Color | Violet/Lavender |
| Bloom Time | Late Spring/Early Summer, Late Summer/Early Fall, Mid-Summer |
| Other Details | Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater |
| Soil pH Requirements | 5.1 to 5.5 (strongly acidic), 5.6 to 6.0 (acidic) |
| Days to Harvest | 80-90 |
| Propagation Methods | From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting | Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds |
| Seeds Per Pack | 25 |
