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Aubergine Patio Mix Seeds

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Aubergine Patio Mix Seeds - Irish Plants Direct 
 
This patio variety is an upright compact plant producing a mix of different coloured, sized and shaped fruits.
 
These easy to grow aubergines are a reliable cropper and can be grown in a greenhouse, tunnel or outside in a sheltered spot. 
 
The pack includes Aubergine Brilliant, Pinstripe and Ivory. 
 
Seed Qty 10
 
Sow February - April
Germination 8 - 11 days
Loam or sandy soil that is acidic or neutral. 
Harvest August - October
Companion Plants beans, peas, peppers, marigolds & nasturtiums. 
Do not plant with potatoes or kohl rabi. 
Pick the fruits when the fruits are solid and heavy. 
A good source of Vitamin A, C, b1, b6, and potassium 
Use in  pasta dishes, salads and curries
 
Aubergines can be grown in pots, grow bags or in the border of a greenhouse and tunnel. Prepare the soil by digging in compost or well rotted manure add a granular fertiliser 2 weeks before planting.
 
Make sure plants are grown in full sun. 
 
Sow between February - April by planting 2 seeds in a 3mm pot either on a warm window sill or in a heated propagator the temperature for germination needs to be between 21 - 27 degrees. When the seedlings emerge remove the weaker one then when they get their first true leaves transplant into a larger pot to grow on.
 
If the plants are to be transplanted outside ensure they have been hardened off and all chance of frost has passed and ensure they are planted in a south facing sheltered spot. 
 
It's important to water regularly and feed with liquid feed fortnightly when the flowers appear.
 
 
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