Aubergine Black Beauty Seed

A classic productive aubergine with glossy deep purple fruits that bring rich flavour and smooth texture to summer gardens greenhouses and kitchen harvests.

 

Aubergine Black Beauty is a well loved heritage selection that produces sturdy plants carrying broad leaves and strong stems. The fruits develop into rounded glossy shapes with a deep purple skin and firm pale flesh that cooks beautifully.

 

Their generous size and reliable setting make this variety ideal for growers who want dependable yields and richly flavoured harvests for grilling roasting and Mediterranean dishes.

 

This variety is chosen for its vigorous growth and steady fruiting throughout the warm months. Plants remain robust and upright creating a solid productive structure that performs well in greenhouses tunnels and sheltered outdoor beds.

 

The flowers attract pollinating insects which support good fruit formation and help maintain a consistent crop through the season.

 

The reliable fruiting and rich flavour make it an excellent choice for kitchen gardens patio growers and anyone who enjoys home grown Mediterranean vegetables.

 

Easy to grow and rewarding this variety provides a long season of harvest from midsummer until early autumn. Its deep purple fruits and dependable growth make it a favourite for gardeners who enjoy productive crops and richly flavoured cooking ingredients.

 

Seed Qty Approx 0.5 grams

 

Sow January to April indoors

Germination 10 to 21 days at 20 to 25°C

Soil and Position Fertile free draining soil in full sun with steady warmth

Height and Spread 60 to 80 cm tall 45 to 60 cm spread

Harvesting July to October

 

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds on the surface of moist free draining compost and cover lightly with a fine layer of compost or vermiculite. Maintain steady warmth and keep the compost evenly moist until seedlings appear. Transplant young plants into individual pots when large enough to handle. Grow on in warm bright conditions and plant out into greenhouse beds or large containers after the last frost

 

Grow and Maintenance

Water regularly during dry spells and feed with a high potash fertiliser to support flowering and fruiting. Remove any damaged leaves and provide support if plants become heavily laden with fruit. Ensure good ventilation in greenhouses to reduce humidity and encourage strong healthy growth. Protect young plants from slugs and snails

 

Uses and Benefits

Glossy deep purple fruits for rich summer harvests

Reliable productive plants for greenhouses and warm outdoor beds

Ideal for grilling roasting and Mediterranean cooking

Attractive to pollinating insects

Perfect for kitchen gardens patio containers and productive summer plots

 

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