Eggplant varieties differ not so much in yield as in the color and shape of the fruit. It is not very correct to compare their fertility, because it largely depends on the growing conditions. Nevertheless, an ordinary variety will not produce much fruit. Maximum 3–4 kg per 1 m². Want more? Take a closer look at the rating compiled by our readers. We will talk about early ripening plants, the maturation of which begins 90–112 days after full germination.
In greenhouses, eggplants, like tomatoes, bear more fruit than in open ground, because they are reliably sheltered from possible cold weather. It is not so much the varieties that are considered especially productive as the hybrids. On the other hand, they are much more capricious, so you will have to take care of them more carefully.
Nutcracker F1 is a hybrid specially bred for long-term cultivation in winter greenhouses, and with proper care it produces up to 19.5 kg of fruit per 1 m². This long-liver is also early ripening - the first eggplants can appear as early as 45 days after germination, although the average ripening time is 98–105 days. The Nutcracker bush is tall - up to 180–200 cm. The average fruit weight is 250 g, but some sometimes reach 350. Eggplants are oval, purple, with white, non-bitter flesh, but the calyx, alas, is prickly. The fruits are stored well and for a long time.
Hippopotamus F1 - a hybrid pleases with large dark purple “pears” 18–22 cm long, weighing up to 345 cm. Their flesh is medium dense, greenish-white. Productivity in extended rotation (from early spring to late autumn) is 17.3 kg per 1 m².
Purple miracle F1 is a hybrid, unique in that the level of productivity declared by the breeders (6–8 kg per 1 m²) of plants is always stable. This is his minimum for the summer, but in greenhouses with ideal care and extended rotation he can produce up to 17 kg of eggplants. The reliability of plants is apparently associated with resistance to the most common diseases, as well as to spider mites. The compact bush reaches a height of 90 cm. The fruits are cylindrical, slightly curved, dark purple, shiny, with a small number of thorns on the calyx. The pulp is greenish-white, without bitterness. Usually eggplants are medium, weighing 100–135 g, but if you try, they can grow up to 300 g.
If a variety produces long fruits, its yield is usually high. There are examples of such plants, also early ripening, with cylindrical purple eggplants.
Alekseevsky - the variety has glossy “blue” ones, 15–18 cm long, weighing up to 200 g. The bushes are resistant to tobacco and cucumber mosaic viruses, and tolerant to other diseases. Productivity in film greenhouses is up to 10 kg per 1 m².
Dobar F1 - the fruits of this hybrid on tall bushes are very long, sometimes more than 30 cm, medium curved, weighing 310 g. The pulp, although green, is tasty. Productivity 12.5 kg per 1 m².
Valentina F1 - eggplants of this disease-resistant hybrid are 25–26 cm long and weigh 200–270 g. Their flesh is dense, greenish-white, and tasty. From 1 m² you can get up to 10 kg.
King of the North is a cold-resistant variety. The low plant blooms all summer, even in northern latitudes. Dark fruits without the slightest hard veins reach a length of 25–30 cm. From 1 m² you can harvest 12–15 kg.
Maxik F1 - strewn with smooth shiny eggplants 25 cm long, weighing up to 250 g. They have dense greenish flesh and excellent taste. From 1 m² you can get over 10 kg.
The latest State Register of Breeding Achievements presents the 2 most prolific eggplants. Both have tall bushes and dark purple fruit. The yield that can be harvested from them (7.6 kg per 1 m²) is much underestimated, because the figures are given for open ground. In greenhouses and under frames, and even with good care, they will not be inferior in productivity to such old, proven plants as Valentina F1 and Alekseevsky.
Anamur F1 - gives long, up to 25 cm, glossy and dense fruits of small diameter, which set very well. Their weight is from 100 to 340 g. The hybrid is heat-resistant.
Aragon F1 - decorated with pear-shaped eggplants of medium length, small diameter, weighing 270 g. The bushes are not afraid of heat and do not reduce the yield in the heat. The fruits tolerate transportation well over long distances.
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Nowadays, there are a huge number of different varieties of eggplant, each of which has certain unique qualities, which makes them more popular than other varieties. Similar varieties of this plant include such a world-famous species as Farama, which has earned its recognition due to its high quality, productivity and resistance to the external environment.
Description of the variety
The most basic distinctive features of the Farama eggplant variety include the following:
- resistance to diseases.
The fruit has the following distinctive features:
- In total, about 4 fruits can be formed on the nodes.
- In addition, each fruit has the typical characteristics of this type of vegetable.
- Each fruit has a dark, characteristic smooth surface, with an ellipsoidal shape and widening towards the end of the fruit.
- As for weight, one fruit can weigh about 335 g. The length is about 14 cm.
- This type of eggplant can be safely classified as a mid-season ripening variety.
- It has a good, crispy taste, and is intended for fresh consumption or as pickling, canning, and is also excellent for preparing culinary masterpieces.
Each fruit has excellent resistance to mechanical damage, which allows them to be transported over long distances while maintaining their original appearance, that is, their presentation is not lost.
This fact is very important for a farmer who is engaged in the industrial cultivation of eggplants for further disposal to consumers in the market and other methods. Plants of this variety exhibit high resistance to powdery mildew, as well as brown spot.
Characteristics of the variety
Since Farama eggplant is mid-season, it takes approximately 52 days from germination to harvest, and the fruits are suitable for consumption in their original form, or canned, pickled, with excellent taste. This kind of species is also classified as bee-pollinated varieties, so it is recommended to grow plants either in film form or in open soil, respectively, to further improve the general characteristics of it.
This variety has high commercial qualities.
Growing
As for the growing period, for each variety of eggplant they are almost identical, and therefore Farama itself was no exception to the rule:
- When growing plants in open soil, it is recommended to carry out this process on trellises.
- This plant should be planted in late spring or summer, it all depends on the location of the plantings themselves.
- Since plants have powerful root systems, this variety exhibits high resistance to various diseases and pests.
Large harvests of vegetables in a summer cottage do not appear on their own. Plants need to be helped to grow large and succulent. And greenhouses and greenhouses will help you with this - easy-to-use and fairly simple buildings to construct. In this article, for example, you can learn how to build your own greenhouse from a profile pipe.
It should be noted that planting can be carried out in several ways, or rather in two:
- sowing seeds into the soil;
In any case, you need to remember that each hole must be filled with a sufficient amount of the necessary substances. Perhaps the only differences between these two methods are the difference in the time of germination and harvest, as well as in the period of planting in the soil.
If the growing process is carried out in greenhouse or greenhouse conditions, then it is necessary to monitor not only moisture levels, but also temperature conditions. It is necessary to periodically ventilate the premises, but avoid drafts, since plants of this kind do not like drafts.
If all rules for care and cultivation are followed, as well as with timely harvesting, the total yield can reach about 50 t/ha.
As for the period of caring for plants, it should be noted that here you need to pay more attention to various activities, in particular, timely weeding. Therefore, it is better not to bring things to this state. Also important is the periodic hilling of plants, and, of course, the timely receipt of the necessary minerals and vitamins, which increase productivity and more.
In general, care consists of such simple but very important things:
Timely watering also plays a role; experts in this field recommend watering plants in the evening, as this is the most favorable time period.
It is not recommended to overdo it with watering the soil, as the presence of excessive moisture will negatively affect the final yield indicators.
This is due to the fact that plants either die from excess moisture or stop their growth. Moreover, when watering, you should use only warm water, and not cold, since plants do not like cold water, as a result, you can also get a pause in the development of plants.
The best varieties of eggplant for greenhouses: photo, name + description
Regardless of whether the greenhouse is built of polycarbonate or glass, you can plant any eggplants in it, adapted for fertile soil with insulation. The best varieties will only allow you to reduce the time you spend working in the garden, preserving the grown seedlings from pests and common diseases.
Balagur F1
The advantage of Russian selection today remains the hybrid variety Balagur F1. Its distinctive feature and advantage are: the formation of more than 5-6 fruits on one constellation, weighing more than 125 g. The largest “little blue ones” can reach a length of 15 cm, and a width of more than 5 cm in diameter. The color scheme is traditional, having a bright purple color. The shape of the vegetables is teardrop-shaped, slightly elongated.
After the formation of seedlings, fruiting begins 80-90 days later, when the length of the bushes reaches its peak - approximately 125 cm. The ovaries that appear on the bushes do not fall off, unlike other varieties. Eggplants continue to grow alternately, allowing the gardener to produce more than 400 fruits in one season.
Among the advantages of the variety are immunity to fruit rot and tobacco mosaic. The approximate weight of the harvested crop reaches 6 kg per square meter. meters.
Like any other hybrid, Balagur F1 does not produce seeds. If the gardener decides to re-grow his favorite variety, he will have to go to the store again to purchase seeds.
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Bibo F1
The Dutch hybrid, in contrast to the variants of Russian selection, has an unusual, rather delicate taste. Has immunity to known diseases and physaria. According to the period of ripening, it is divided into two types: early and middle growth time.
The bushes reach more than a meter in size. Each plant bears many ovaries and the foliage is moderately dense.
The weight of each fruit does not exceed 450 g.
Ilya Muromets (Bogatyr)
Bogatyr varieties have become widespread in the last few years due to the ability to grow fruits without buying seeds in the store. Having received a large harvest once, in subsequent years you will not have to spend money on purchasing the “Ilya Muromets” variety.
Externally, the ripe crop is elongated, has a black thickened skin with a purple tint and a weight that reaches the maximum possible maximum - 750 g.
Lolita F1
The list of the best eggplant varieties for 2022 includes a hybrid, distinguished by its tall growth. And although Lolita F1 belongs to the late varieties, ripening from 95 to 110 days, the return from 1 sq. meters can reach 40-45 kg throughout the summer.
The weight of each fruit can reach 350 g. The shape is elongated, similar to a cylinder.
Maxik F1
Considering one of the options for early varieties, one cannot help but mention the early ripening Maksik, which belongs to the hybrids and has the F1 mark on the packaging. Distinctive features are: growth not exceeding 95 days, average bush size, high yield, resistance to diseases and temperature drops of up to 13 degrees.
Ripe fruits are purple in color, have an elongated shape, reaching 20-27 cm. The weight of each vegetable can reach one kg, and the taste does not have a bitter aftertaste.
Milkman
Regardless of where you decide to grow eggplants, in the open ground or in a greenhouse, the medium-sized variety, reaching a meter in length with the unusual name “Milkman,” is adapted to any warm climate. Regardless of the region and temperature changes, the “little blue” one can adapt and give its owner 7 kg of fruits per square meter. meters.
Pink flamingo
The branched eggplant, which is a tall bush with light lilac-colored fruits, takes root best in a greenhouse. The fruits are long, shaped like Chinese cucumbers. The weight of each vegetable reaches up to 400 g.
One branch can bear 5-7 fruits at once.
The disadvantage is the garter so that the bush can withstand the weight it gains.
Roma F1
A well-known breeding plant has become popular among gardeners in recent years thanks to the hybrid variety Roma (F1). It is chosen by many summer residents living in central Russia. An early-ripening variety with a powerful trunk and good tolerance to temperature changes, it easily takes root in greenhouses. And if the garden is located in the southern regions, you can grow it in open ground.
The weight of each eggplant with proper care can reach 250 g. The main thing is to water and fertilize the vegetables on time.
Solomon
“Solomon” remains one of the classic varieties that have taken root in vegetable gardens. Its advantages are: soft pulp without bitterness, even purple color, elongated shape, visually reminiscent of a drop of water.
Weight - no more than 550 g.
From 1 sq. meter you can collect more than 150 g of crop.
Diseases and pests
As for pests, the most common pests include spider mites and aphids. When a spider mite appears on a plant, various light spots appear on the back sides of the leaves, as well as the presence of cobwebs, which are almost transparent, and therefore it cannot always be immediately detected.
But that’s not all, since leaves exposed to such a pest are characterized by slower growth and rapid yellowing.
With the help of photographic materials, you can evaluate the Farama f1 eggplant variety and what the ripe fruits look like.
Transplanting seedlings into open ground and further care
By the time the seedlings are planted in the ground, the age of the seedlings should be 60-70 days, height up to 20 cm and 5-7 true leaves. Also, for good plant growth and a high yield, you need to prepare the land in the fall by adding manure or chicken droppings for digging. Eggplants should not be planted after nightshade crops. Good predecessors are legumes and melons, carrots and cabbage.
Preparation for transplantation and hardening
10-15 days before the expected date of planting the seedlings, they need to be hardened off. Seedlings should be taken outside for 1-2 hours, followed by increasing the time the seedlings spend outside.
Advice! It is recommended to shade the seedlings from direct sunlight and protect them from strong winds.
At night, if frosts are not predicted, the seedlings should be covered with agrofibre or brought back into the house. A day before transplanting into the garden, they are well watered.
Transplantation into the ground
Before planting, it is also necessary to water the soil in the containers so that the root lump of soil does not disintegrate when the seedling is immersed in the hole. Recesses need to be dug 1.5-2 times larger than the volume of the container. The row spacing should be 60 cm, and the distance of the holes in a row should be 30-40 cm. It is recommended to plant plants in a checkerboard pattern.
Add 1 handful of manure and 1 tbsp into the holes. wood ash and fill them well with water. Carefully remove the plants, without disturbing the earthen ball, and immerse them in the holes.
After the holes with plants are covered with earth, they need to be lightly compacted and watered with warm water. Afterwards, it is recommended to mulch and install arcs over the rows in order to provide shade in the first days after planting, as well as to protect them from the cold at night. You can use agrofibre.
Watering
Water the seedlings only with settled warm water. The first watering is carried out 4-5 days after planting the eggplants. Vegetating plants need to be watered once a week (more often on hot and dry days). The top layer of soil should not be allowed to dry out.
You need to pour water at the root, without touching the ground part of the bushes. 10-12 hours after watering, the top layer of soil is loosened to allow the roots to breathe.
Fertilizers
To get a good harvest, eggplants need to be fertilized with organic (bird droppings or mullein) and mineral fertilizers. It is prohibited to use a large amount of organic matter, because only green mass will grow in the eggplants and there will not be good flowering.
The first fertilizing (nitrogen fertilizers) should be carried out two weeks after planting to enhance growth. The second feeding is carried out before or during flowering, and the third - during the period of fruit growth.
Phosphorus and potassium fertilizers should predominate - superphosphate and potassium salt.
Diseases and pests
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Adequate application of fertilizers, compliance with watering standards and temperature conditions is the best prevention against the development of diseases. Also, with regular inspection of the bushes, you can avoid the mass infestation of pests in the beds, and disinfecting the seeds before sowing and treating them with Prestige reduces the risk of damage to the bushes.
To treat late blight, fusarium, tobacco mosaic and blackleg, fungicides or copper-containing preparations are used - Kuproxat, Topaz, Acrobat, Bordeaux mixture or copper sulfate. To combat pests and insects (aphids, slugs, spider mites and Colorado potato beetles), insecticides are used - Decis, Confidor maxi.
White rot of eggplant
To prevent root rot and blackleg, stop watering and powder the soil with lime, tobacco dust or ash.
Characteristics and detailed description of the Farama F1 variety
Farama F1 is an early high-yielding hybrid - fruit ripening occurs 45-50 days after planting the seedlings in the ground.
Botanical characteristics
Eggplants are intended for growing in greenhouses, greenhouses and open ground.
The bush has a powerful root system and a well-formed crown. The height of the bushes reaches 60 cm, so eggplants can be grown on a trellis or on stakes, and when a bush is formed into 1-2 stems, its height can reach 80-90 cm.
Up to 12 fruits can form on one bush.
The cultivation zone of the plant is from the southern to the northern regions. The hybrid is resistant to spider mites and verticillium wilt. The fruits are transportable and have a long fresh shelf life.
Description of fruits
The fruits have a cylindrical shape and greenish-white dense pulp without a bitter taste. Main characteristics and description of Faram fruits:
- they reach a length of 20-23 cm;
- diameter – 5-6 cm;
- weight – 155-203 g;
- the skin is dark purple glossy, dense but thin;
- high taste qualities;
- high transportability and keeping quality. Fruits can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 month;
- Eggplants are used for preservation for the winter, as well as in fresh cooking.
Productivity of the variety
With a planting density of 35-45 thousand bushes per 1 hectare, with timely collection of ripe fruits, the yield is 40-60 tons per hectare.
Accordingly, subject to the correct agricultural technology, each bush is capable of producing from 10 to 15 kg of fruit.
The following factors influence the yield:
- a sharp change in temperature – intense heat during the day gives way to cold nights;
- lack of lighting and uncontrolled watering. With a lack of light, the plant stretches out and loses its ability to form fruits, and with improper watering, you can not only not get a decent harvest, but also destroy the plantings. When the soil is waterlogged, root rot develops, and when there is a lack of moisture, vegetation stops;
- increase the yield of root and leaf feeding.
Varieties for open ground
For any of these varieties, it is advisable to set aside a sunny place in the garden, sheltered from strong gusts of wind.
Dragon
This variety has many advantages due to many years of thoughtful selection:
cold resistance - does not require shelter even in the north of the middle zone;
- does not need shaping;
- fruits are universal - they can be preserved, or prepared from fresh ones;
- The pulp is not fibrous, sweetish.
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The weight of the fruit varies - 200-600 g, but the yield per 1 sq. m is stable - after 100-120 days you can collect 5-6 kg. If records haunt you, 8-10 kg can be achieved by planting Drakosha not in June in open ground, but first in May in a temporary greenhouse, which is removed after 4-6 weeks.
Bushes with a height of 80-110 cm can easily withstand the weight of the harvest, that is, they do not need tying up. So that Drakosha does not waste his energy in vain, it is recommended to inspect the formed ovaries and remove those that are curved, wrinkled, underdeveloped.
This eggplant is invulnerable to the mosaic virus, and the likelihood of being affected by gray mold or late blight is simply extremely low.
Robin Hood
Having chosen this variety, eggplants can be picked in just 90 days and, although the growth of the bush is small - 70-90 cm, each fruit grows up to 20 cm in length and weighs up to 300 g. Productivity - 7.5-10 kg per 1 sq. m. Beneath the thin, inky-purple skin is seedless, tender pulp.
Since Robin Hood has few branches, but many ovaries, the plant needs to be tied to supports. He also has some other features of agricultural technology:
- seeds for seedlings must be 2 years old;
- the variety is planted in open ground when there is no threat of night frosts, ideally from June 1 to June 10;
- Robin Hood needs light, “breathable” soil, so it is recommended to mix river sand into the beds.
In addition, as soon as the bush reaches 25 cm in height in open ground, its growth point should be removed to activate the development of side shoots. And you can leave only 6 stepchildren - the most selected and strong ones.
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Striped flight
Many gardeners are attracted to vegetables of unusual color, and this eggplant is “dressed up” in a purple skin with white, careless, subtle strokes. The taste can be highly appreciated. Fruit weight is 190-200 g. The harvest ripens in 120-140 days in the amount of 4.5-5.5 kg per 1 sq. m.
Among the features of cultivation in open ground, the following can be distinguished:
- landing is carried out according to the 40x60 pattern;
- fruit set is high, but with insufficient watering, the variety quickly fades and the fruits become twice as small;
- preventive protection against leaf-eating pests is necessary.
The Striped Flight has one more advantage - this eggplant is not afraid of hot weather.
Giselle F1
The hybrid variety has gained wide popularity not only due to its excellent taste and shelf life (up to 4 weeks in a cool place), but also due to its high adaptability. The harvest ripens in 105-115 days in the amount of 7-9 kg per 1 sq. m.
Giselle's vegetation cycle proceeds well in the arid, hot conditions and extreme weather conditions of the northern regions. But it is important to take into account the features of growing the variety:
- It is recommended to prefer the seedling method for sowing seeds in open ground;
- 2-3 weeks before transferring to the garden, the seedlings must be hardened off;
- plants are ready for this event when they form 6-7 true leaves;
- the variety is prone to root rot when overwatered against the background of low air temperatures;
- To prevent the formation of new ovaries from being inhibited, the ripening crop is harvested every 5-7 days.
It is also worth considering that per 1 sq. It is advisable to place no more than 4-5 bushes.
To summarize, it is useful to note that for eggplants grown anywhere, pumpkins, cabbage, zucchini, carrots, and legumes are considered good predecessors. And you can’t plant them after potatoes, vegetable peppers, and tomatoes.
Growing eggplant seedlings Pharma
To obtain early production, eggplants must be grown using the seedling method, and for regions in the central zone of the Russian Federation, the seedless method is completely unsuitable. Before sowing seeds, the gardener must take care of the soil in which the seedlings will develop. Ready-made substrate can be purchased at seed stores or made yourself from 4 parts turf soil, 1 part sand and 2 parts humus.
All components are mixed and distributed into individual containers.
Features of sowing seeds
Before planting, the seeds must be disinfected in a solution of potassium permanganate. They need to be filled with a dark solution of potassium permanganate for 30 minutes. After the soaking time has expired, rinse the planting material under running water.
Also, to speed up germination and obtain good inputs, it is recommended to place the seeds for 1-2 days in a growth stimulator or in a 0.5% boric acid solution. After this, it is advisable to germinate them in a warm place. To germinate, you need to wrap them in a wet cloth and put them in a plastic bag. The temperature should be 25 degrees.
After 3-5 days, roots appear in them and they can be planted in the prepared soil.
The seed must be planted to a depth of 1-2 cm. 1-2 pieces should be planted in an individual container. at a distance of 2.5-3 cm from each other. After sowing, the soil should be watered with warm water and covered with a film, which must be removed when sprouts appear. It is also necessary to observe the temperature regime - 24-25 degrees.
Lighting
Eggplants are a long-day crop, so seedlings suffer from lack of light in February and March. For good growing season, it is necessary to illuminate the seedlings with lamps in the morning and evening hours, extending the daylight hours to 12-14 hours. If there is insufficient light, the plant does not produce buds.
Watering
Regular watering is necessary to maintain soil moisture. After the emergence of seedlings, water the seedlings in 3-4 days, and when the seedlings grow, it is necessary to water them every 4-5 days.
You need to water with warm water at 22-25 degrees at the root, without affecting the above-ground part of the plant. You can also apply organic and mineral fertilizers at this time. The first feeding should be carried out no earlier than 2 weeks after the seedlings emerge.
Growing and care
Water the bushes with warm, settled water. It is recommended to stand in the sun in barrels. Apply water every 4-7 days at the root. When it is absorbed, the soil is carefully loosened.
Feed with organic and mineral preparations:
- The first feeding is carried out 10 days after transplantation, using nitrogen fertilizers. You can prepare a solution of 1 cup of chicken manure per bucket of water or 0.5 liters of mullein per bucket of water, or use a urea solution.
- Repeatedly during the flowering period, a ready-made mineral complex is added or a little potassium and phosphorus fertilizers are added to the chicken manure solution.
- During the period of fruit ripening, a mineral complex is added, in which there is a minimum of nitrogen and potassium-phosphorus preparations predominate.
Reviews from summer residents and gardeners
Marina: “Eggplants are best grown without picking; they develop better and begin to bear fruit faster. I have been growing this vegetable for several years now. During this time I tried many varieties, but Farama F1 pleasantly surprised me. I would like to note the early ripening of the hybrid, as well as the high taste of the fruit.”
Valentin: “To get a good eggplant harvest, you need to grow good seedlings. I planted the seeds of the hybrid Farama F1 in the last ten days of February and already in mid-April I planted the seedlings in the greenhouse. During the period of growing seedlings, I pay special attention to lighting - I illuminate the plants from 6 in the morning until 9 o’clock in the evening. It does not stretch in this light mode. When transplanted into the ground, it does not get sick and begins to bear fruit already on the 40-45th day.”
Gennady: “In order to get an early harvest of Faram F1, I plant forty-day-old seedlings in a greenhouse. I sow the germinated seeds, and already on the 3rd day shoots appear. From the first days after germination, I turn on the lighting and maintain the temperature regime, so by the time of planting, my seedlings have a powerful root system and reach a height of up to 15 cm. For later fruiting periods, I sow the seeds in the ground. This growing scheme allows you to eat eggplants from mid-June to the end of October.”
Ekaterina: “I planted Farama for the first time last year. The seeds of this hybrid were sown simultaneously with other eggplant varieties. The germination of varietal eggplants was lower than that of the hybrid. With the same agricultural technology and timing of planting in the ground, Farama began to bear fruit 3 weeks earlier. The fruits are very tasty and have no bitterness.”
Farama F1 is one of the earliest eggplant hybrids. The plants are unpretentious in care, but require increased watering, especially during the fruiting period. And the yield is almost 2 times higher than varietal eggplants.
Greenhouses for eggplants, varieties + photos
Regardless of the design, various materials can be used as a covering for a greenhouse. The most optimal options are solutions made from glass, polycarbonate and film. The worst coating, as before, remains non-woven agrofibre. Compared to others, it transmits the sun's rays worse, retains heat poorly, and most importantly, absorbs the maximum amount of pollution.
No. 1 - with heating
Insulated rooms are a structure that combines the installation of additional artificial lighting and heating. For germination in improved conditions, only tall eggplants are selected, which bring maximum fruit yield. In conditions close to natural, it is easier for vegetables to grow, bringing maximum yield.
No. 2 - made of polycarbonate
Greenhouses made of this material retain heat well and are suitable for germinating any plants that prefer warmth, if the selected material is thick enough and made from high-quality raw materials. In the remaining options, thermoregulation is not maintained, and eggplants planted in closed ground are exposed to drafts.
When choosing the best variety for such a greenhouse, it is recommended to consider plants that grow no more than two meters in height. If you want to grow as much crop as possible, you should choose any hybrid variety.
No. 3 - film (glass)
The optimal and most common option for a greenhouse is one with a coating of thick transparent film or glass. Thanks to its good transparency, it does not allow wind to pass through and allows sunlight to penetrate into an enclosed space.
In such greenhouses it is good to grow hybrids with a height of 110 to 155 cm.
In addition to the coating, you should take care of proper care. We are talking about fertilizer, rational watering and even garter. Without them, even the best varieties of eggplant are unlikely to grow in 2022.
