Aubergine Tsakoniki Seeds

A distinctive Greek aubergine with long striped fruits that bring vibrant colour and rich flavour to greenhouses warm beds and summer kitchen gardens.

Aubergine Tsakoniki is a traditional Mediterranean variety known for its slender elongated fruits marked with soft purple and white stripes. Plants develop strong upright stems with broad healthy foliage that supports a steady set of tender mild tasting fruits. The flesh is creamy and smooth with a gentle flavour that cooks beautifully making it ideal for grilling roasting frying and classic Greek dishes. Its striking appearance and dependable cropping make it a favourite for growers seeking both beauty and productivity

This variety is chosen for its vigorous growth and reliable 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 continuous crop from midsummer onward

Aubergine Tsakoniki thrives in full sun and fertile free draining soil with steady warmth. It excels in protected environments but can also succeed outdoors in warm sheltered positions. The reliable fruiting and attractive striped fruits make it an excellent choice for kitchen gardens patio growers and anyone who enjoys colourful home grown vegetables

Easy to grow and rewarding this variety provides a long season of harvest from midsummer until early autumn. Its striped fruits and dependable growth make it a standout choice for gardeners who enjoy productive crops and flavour rich Mediterranean ingredients

 

Seed Qty Approx 0.2 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

Striped fruits for colourful summer harvests

Traditional Mediterranean variety with mild creamy flavour

Ideal for grilling roasting and Greek cooking

Attractive to pollinating insects

Perfect for greenhouses tunnels and warm sheltered outdoor beds

 

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