Eggplant Bull's Heart F1 - variety description, photos, reviews, planting and care

A native of the southern parts of the Eurasian continent, eggplant today deservedly takes its place in the culinary world. This is one of the few products recommended by doctors as a mandatory component of the diet for diabetes.

The main problem with all nightshades is a disease known as cucumber mosaic virus. For many years, breeders have been trying to develop varieties resistant to this disease. Their efforts usually pay off.

Attention! Large-fruited “blue” varieties are no exception here. They are all resistant to this virus.

Large-fruited eggplants are becoming increasingly popular in private gardens. Often these eggplants have a round shape. Large round eggplants are especially good for stuffing. The convenience of this form for preservation or stewing depends on the personal tastes of the gardener. However, eggplants of these shapes and sizes are becoming increasingly popular.

Attention! Varieties Black Moon, Bull's Heart, Sancho Panza, Bard F1 and Bourgeois produce spherical fruits.

Eggplant Bull's heart F1 - description of the variety, characteristics and reviews

Eggplant is deservedly considered one of the favorite vegetables in all countries of the world.
This is the only product strongly recommended by doctors as an essential component in the diet of diabetics. However, eggplants are very finicky. To grow them, you need to know all the features of the chosen variety, comply with the conditions, water and feed correctly. Every year, breeders try to develop new varieties that are more resistant to various diseases and growing conditions. The Bull's Heart eggplant also became such a hybrid. The vegetable got its name for a reason. It really resembles a heart in shape. The fruit is large and round (therefore it is often used for stuffing).

Ox's heart is becoming increasingly popular among gardeners.

Characteristics and description of the eggplant variety Bull's Heart F1

The bush, as can be seen from the photo, is vigorous and very dense. It has large fruits - the weight of one eggplant reaches 500 g. As for the color, it is standard - dark purple with a characteristic glossy sheen. The pulp is dense, without visible voids that other varieties may have, white in color, and not bitter. The fruiting period of the variety is long, from 1 sq. m harvest up to 5 kg of crop.

As they grow, the bushes should definitely be tied up, this is due to the large size of the eggplants and their weight. Other, no less important, characteristics are presented in the table:

Eggplant King of the North F1

The hybrid King of the North F1, bred specifically for cultivation in harsh conditions, is strikingly different from other eggplants in both appearance and properties. It is unpretentious and frost-resistant. Unlike other varieties, it does not like heat, because... intended for cultivation in central Russia, the Urals and Siberia.

The plant is not tall with long cylindrical fruits, the length of which reaches 30 cm, and the weight is 300 g. The bush is literally strewn with them, so from 1 sq.m you can get up to 15 kg. Eggplant pulp is white, excellent taste and without bitterness. Therefore, the fruits do not require soaking before cooking. They are suitable for stewing, baking and canning.

Growing eggplant seedlings Ox heart

In order for the seeds to germinate, they must be properly prepared, and in the future, pay sufficient attention to the sprouts, take care of proper watering, sufficient lighting and other nuances.

Features of planting seeds

Seed germination lasts up to 8 years. But it’s still better if they are fresh. Pre-sowing preparation includes sorting seeds by weight. To do this, you need to prepare a container, pour water into it, add a spoonful of salt. Send the seeds here and leave them for 10 minutes. Those seeds that have surfaced during this time are not suitable for planting; they must be thrown away.

It is best to soak in gauze, which should first be moistened with water. It is not recommended to fill it with liquid, as this will not allow enough air. You need to start growing seedlings as early as possible; you should take care of this already in the first half of February. Eggplants are finicky, and this should be taken into account already at the seedling stage. It is better to plant the seeds sparingly, so as to avoid picking later. Peat cups are best suited. You need to plant at a depth of 0.5 cm.

The soil for the development of sprouts should be light and nutritious. It is better to choose porous soil, based on peat. You can add just a little sand to it.

Lighting

It must be intense and long-lasting. With 18 hours of daylight, growth will be active, development will be powerful, but fruits will not set. The best yield is achieved with a 10-hour photoperiod per day. That is why from 18.00 to 8.00 it is recommended to cover pots with seedlings with something opaque, so the seedlings will develop much faster.

When planting in open ground, this time will increase to 14 hours, which will further stimulate the establishment of the crop.

Watering

Humidity must be monitored constantly and especially carefully; it comes first when growing seedlings. It is also important to consider soil temperature. You only need to water with warm water - 24-25 degrees. At a temperature of +13°C the root system will stop working.

Preparation for transplantation and hardening

Planting in open ground is a big stress for seedlings. Therefore, before replanting eggplants, the sprouts must be treated with a growth stimulator, this will help them adapt better. Also, when choosing a place for planting, you need to take into account what eggplants grew on it.

The best predecessors are onions, carrots, cabbage. It is highly not recommended to plant eggplants after tomatoes or potatoes. The plant is very sensitive to spring frosts, so it is better to plant it when the ground warms up a little.

Planting seedlings in open ground and further care

Growing and transplanting seedlings is half the battle. Next comes more painstaking work to grow full-fledged bushes and crops. These stages also have their own nuances.

Transplantation into the ground

Before planting the sprouts, you need to prepare the holes. The depth is necessarily 20-30 mm greater than the container in which the seedlings were grown. Row spacing is 0.6 m.

When the holes are ready, they are filled with water. The result is mud, into which you need to plant. Immediately before this, the sprouts are well watered and pulled out of the container along with the soil. Next they are planted in the ground. The earth is compacted and mulched with peat or dry soil.

For the first 2 weeks, the ground under the bushes should always be moist. This is why mulching is required.

Watering

Watering should be constant and sufficient. Especially during fruiting. The first ten days after planting become decisive - watering must be sufficient, but not excessive, otherwise the bushes will simply weaken. The water should be warm (up to 30 degrees). Pour it under the root, being careful so that the liquid does not get on the sheets. After watering, the soil is loosened and weeds are removed.

Reviews from summer residents and gardeners

Svetlana Kalashnikova: “I’ve never grown eggplants before, but I love these vegetables madly. And last year I decided to start planting. I studied varieties for a long time, chose seeds, read reviews. I chose the Bull's Heart variety. And I must say, I have never regretted my choice. I ordered seeds by mail. I planted them in a plastic container. I used soil from the garden and added some peat to it.

Every day I watered and ventilated, and then covered it with a lid, creating a greenhouse effect. Germination rate 100%. When the sprouts grew, I picked them and transplanted them into plastic cups. When the seedlings reached a height of 10 cm, I took them outside and planted them in the garden a couple of weeks later. All the seedlings were accepted. The harvest was simply wonderful. I was especially pleased with the weight of the fruits – some reached 800 g.”

Anna B.: “I’ve been planting this variety for many years. Really like. Germination is excellent, fruiting is also excellent. I'm very pleased. I use it for canning and stuffing. One fruit is enough to make a sauté to feed the whole family.”

Raisa Ryazanova: “I planted the seeds, I’m waiting for the seedlings to sprout. I hope everything works out. I learned about the variety from a friend - she has been growing it for a couple of years. I know one thing - eggplants are very tasty, the flesh is without bitterness. The fruits also have an unusual round shape and grow quite large.”

Marina N.: “This is a wonderful variety of eggplant. True, my mother grows them at the dacha, so I can’t tell you anything about this process. And I do canning and cooking. These are really delicious eggplants. And no bitterness!”

Oxheart is a great eggplant variety to grow. By following simple rules and principles of cultivation, you can count on good results and an excellent harvest.

Popular varieties of eggplants

Eggplant is one of the most difficult vegetables to grow, requiring plenty of sunlight and warmth. Most varieties are not resistant to diseases and pests, but there are also hybrid varieties of eggplant that have adapted well to the Russian climate and produce stable yields from year to year.

Popular varieties of eggplants

The best varieties of eggplant for greenhouses

When growing produce in a greenhouse, you can get an early harvest. With proper care, the plant will bear fruit abundantly. By maintaining optimal conditions of humidity and temperature, you can get an average of 7-12 kilograms of vegetables from a bush. We invite you to familiarize yourself with the varieties of eggplant that are best suited for greenhouses.

"Robin Hood"

Hybrid mid-season form with a bush up to 60 centimeters tall. The fruits are small, pear-shaped, and can be harvested 90 days after germination. Eggplants can be used both for fresh dishes and for canning.

"Cityman"

An interesting variety with tall bushes up to 2.4 meters, requiring additional shaping. The fruits are small, up to 35 centimeters long. With care, you can get up to 9 kilograms from one bush. The fruits can be stored for 2 months without loss of taste.

"Sofia"

Bushes up to 1.5 meters begin to bear fruit late. Vegetables are up to 30 centimeters long and weigh up to 900 grams. The variety is distinguished by high yields - up to 17 kilograms. At the same time, the fruits themselves can be stored for about 3 months and tolerate transportation well.

"Nutcracker"

A popular mid-early variety with a yield of up to 6 kilograms. The bushes do not exceed 90 centimeters in height. The fruits are oval, up to 15 centimeters long, weighing up to 500 grams. The pulp is tender with excellent taste. They fit well and are transportable. For a good harvest, it is enough to maintain optimal conditions of temperature and humidity.

"Baikal"

Eggplant has a tall bush up to 1.2 meters with a yield of up to 8 kilograms per square meter. The plant is unpretentious in care. Has high resistance to diseases. Mature fruits can be obtained 110 days after seed germination. The fruits are pear-shaped, weighing up to 400 grams with light green pulp. Great for canning.

Black Dragon F1

This hybrid is an early ripening one. It produces a harvest 110 days after germination. The height of the bush varies from 0.3 to 0.8 m. The weight of a ripe dark purple fruit averages 225 g. Productivity per 1 sq. m. - 4-5 kg. The skin covering the dense creamy-white flesh has a glossy sheen. The length of the fruit reaches 13-15 cm, and its diameter is about 5 cm. There are practically no seeds inside the fruit.

The hybrid is suitable for growing in greenhouses. If the greenhouse is unheated, it should be made of polycarbonate, not film. In unheated greenhouses and in the open air the bushes are short, but in heated ones they are tall and spreading. The hybrid can be grown outdoors only in regions with a warm climate and long summers.

Hybrid value

Black dragon F1 has a long fruiting period. All fruits ripen almost simultaneously. Eggplants have high taste and do not lose their presentation during transportation.

Colored

The common name for eggplants in the Russian-speaking space – “little blue” – seems to be becoming a thing of the past. Today varieties of all colors of the rainbow have been bred. Only red is missing so far. But there is pink.

The largest-fruited colored varieties

Pink flamingo

Medium early variety. Designed for all types of greenhouses and open ground. The bushes are tall. In open ground up to twenty meters high, in greenhouses over one hundred and eighty centimeters.

The ovaries are bunched, two to six fruits per bunch. The skin of eggplants after ripening is purple in color. The white flesh is not bitter. The length of the fruit reaches forty centimeters with a diameter of five centimeters in cross section. Weight 250-450 grams. There are few seeds, concentrated in the upper part of the vegetable. There are no spines on the calyx.

Bumbo

A mid-early variety that bears fruit one hundred and thirty days after sowing. They are grown in all types of greenhouses and in the open air. The bush is tall, 130 cm tall. Density of three to five plants per square meter.

Eggplants are spherical, bicolor, weighing up to seven hundred grams, with a diameter of up to fourteen centimeters. The color of the fruit alternates between white and purple. This variety produces especially good yields in greenhouses, where the plant has the opportunity to form powerful bushes.

The pulp is dense, white, no bitterness. Eggplants are versatile in use. The spines on the calyx are rare.

Emerald F1

Early ripening. Bred for cultivation in film shelter and open ground. Medium height. Height sixty to seventy centimeters. It bears fruit starting from the one hundred and tenth day after sowing.

Eggplants are green. Fruit weight is up to four hundred grams. The pulp is creamy, loose, without bitterness, with a mushroom taste and smell. The variety is universal.

Resistant to stress and disease. Cold-resistant. It is distinguished by long-term abundant fruiting and high productivity.

Overseas minke whale

The overseas minke whale is a decoration for the garden. Early ripening bushes 1.15 m high bear fruit 110 days after emergence. The average weight of a large fruit is 450 g. There are specimens weighing 0.8-0.9 kg. The greenish pulp of medium density is covered with a glossy peel, colored pink or light lilac with white stripes that do not have clear boundaries. Eggplants grow up to 13-15 cm in length. Their diameter is 8-10 cm. The shape of the fruit is ovoid.

The hybrid is suitable for growing under film and in open ground. The seeds sprout quickly, so the hybrid is grown in seedlings.

Hybrid value

Overseas minke whale produces a stable harvest every year. The fruits have high taste qualities and no bitterness. This early variety of eggplant is used for preparing caviar and preserving it: it improves the taste of assorted vegetables. It also makes an amazing eggplant pate.

Eggplant Azhur F1

The mid-season hybrid Azhur F1, which is included in the State Register in 2022, is distinguished by its stress resistance and high taste qualities of small cylindrical fruits. It is intended for cultivation both in greenhouses and under film covers, and in open ground.

The semi-spreading plant reaches a height of 1.5 m. The fruits have greenish flesh without bitterness and are suitable for pickling, canning and preparing caviar.

Galich

The mid-season eggplant variety Galich produces a harvest 120-140 days after germination. The height of the compact bush is 0.65-0.7 m. The weight of ripe cylindrical fruits 17-19 cm long varies from 150 to 200 g. Diameter is from 5 to 7 cm.

With an average fruit size of 1 sq. m harvest 9-10 kg of crop. Sometimes the yield reaches 13 kg per 1 square. m. White juicy pulp is covered with a glossy dark purple peel. There are a small number of seeds inside the fruit.

In regions with warm climates, seeds are planted in open ground at the beginning of March. The bushes are tolerant of insufficient sunlight, which allows the plant to be planted in shaded areas of the garden.

Hybrid value

Galich is valued for its high productivity and unpretentiousness. Ripe fruits are suitable for long-term storage and do not lose their presentation during transportation.

Popular varieties by ripening period

Like most vegetables, eggplants differ in their ripening period. This allows gardeners to select suitable variations of varieties that will produce crops throughout the growing season.

Early

The presented varietal varieties bear the first fruits 70-105 days after the appearance of the initial shoots. The best varieties are presented below.

"Amethyst"

The plant has a compact bush up to 1.8 meters high, giving a harvest in 94-114 days. The fruits are pear-shaped, 200-300 grams, with a bright purple color. The pulp is without bitterness, greenish. One bush can produce up to 7 kilograms per season.

"Vikar"

Maturity occurs 108-115 days after the first shoots. The fruits are small, 100-150 grams. Prolific, produces up to 15 kilograms per bush.

"Japanese Dwarf"

Quite a productive variety with ripening time of 95-105 days. The bushes are small, up to 50 centimeters. The fruits are cylindrical with dense pulp weighing 130-150 grams.

"Eastern Express"

The variety has excellent frost resistance. The fruits reach maturity 100-115 days after germination. Vegetable weight is 150-200 grams. Productivity is 3-4 kilograms per square meter.

Mid-season

Vegetables in this category begin to ripen 105-140 days after the seeds hatch.

"Goliath"

It has large fruits up to 1.2 kilograms, they ripen in 120-135 days. The bushes are tall up to 2.4 meters. Has a high yield of up to 16 kilograms.

"Clorinda"

One of the most unpretentious varieties to care for, they ripen 110-125 days from the first shoots. Medium-sized fruits up to 400 grams. Productivity 3 kilograms per square meter.

Late ripening

This category is suitable for growing in warm climates or a greenhouse, since the ripening period exceeds 140 days.

"Torpedo"

The first ripe fruits can be obtained 140-145 days after seed germination. The fruits are small, oblong, weighing up to 200 grams. Productivity up to 7 kilograms.

"Bataisky"

Low-growing bush form with a ripening period of 150 days. Fruits up to 500 grams have an oblong shape and black color. Productivity up to 9 kilograms.

"Prince"

A distinctive feature is the shape of the fruit, reminiscent of a goose egg. The skin is black. Weight no more than 200 grams. Ripening occurs at 130-135 days.

"Bull's forehead"

The best option for long-term storage. Pods have a dense brown skin with a ripening period of 145-160 days. Vegetables reach a weight of 1-1.5 kilograms.

Fabina F1

The variety will delight you with an early harvest

The ultra-early hybrid produces a harvest within 60 days after the appearance of the first shoots. The height of the spreading bush is 0.6 m. Ripe blue cylindrical fruits weigh 220-250 g each. Productivity per 1 sq. m - 3-4 kg. With a diameter of 6 cm, their length is 20 cm. The whitish-green flesh is covered with a purple glossy skin. The taste contains mushroom notes.

Seeds are planted in open ground from mid-May to early July. If the nights are cold, the plantings are protected with a film or glass cover. When plantings are dense, yields are significantly reduced.

Hybrid value

Fabina F1 is an easy-to-care plant that is resistant to many diseases. It is practically not attacked by spider mites. There is no need to tie it up or build supports.

Black opal

Black opal ripens 130 days after the first shoots appear. The height of the spreading bushes varies from 0.5 to 0.7 m. A ripe eggplant is cylindrical in shape, 0.2 m long and 0.07 m in diameter, weighs about 170 g. Productivity per 1 sq. m is 6 kg. The color of the glossy skin, covering the delicate white pulp of excellent taste, is as close to black as possible.

Black opal requires a garter. In regions with warm climates it is grown under the open sky, and in regions with cold climates it is grown under a film cover.

Hybrid value

Black opal is resistant to tomato mosaic and stolbur. It tolerates minor temperature changes well. Its fruits are harvested until the first frost.

The best varieties of eggplants for long-term storage

Eggplant is unique in that it can maintain its impeccable appearance for a long time. At the same time, the vegetable does not lose either its taste or beneficial properties. Varieties with a longer shelf life are listed below.

"Favorite F1"

Hybrid form for growing in a greenhouse. Medium spreading bushes. Requires tying and support. Fruits up to 30 centimeters long and weighing up to 350 grams can be stored for a long time in a cool, ventilated place.

"Sharapova F1"

Another long-liver with a shelf life of up to 3 months. The pods are large, up to 0.5 kilograms, shiny, cylindrical in shape.

"Roma F1"

They have almost black skin. The fruits weigh on average 250 grams. The yield reaches 5 kilograms per square meter. They tolerate transportation well and can be stored for over two months.

"Diamond"

Mid-season variety with a yield of up to 8 kilograms. Ripening occurs 140-150 days after emergence. The fruits are small, oblong, weighing 130-200 grams. Storage for two months.

"Behemoth F1"

An early high-yielding variety, the fruits of which ripen 100 days after the first shoots. From one square meter you can harvest up to 15 kilograms of vegetables. Fruits can retain freshness and taste for 30-50 days.

Carlson

From the appearance of the first shoots to the harvest, 75-78 days pass. The height of the early hybrid is 0.6 m. The heart-shaped blue pear weighs 300-350 g. Productivity per 1 sq. m is 6-8 kg. The dense yellowish-white pulp is covered with a purple glossy skin and has ribbing. The diameter of eggplants reaches 15 cm, and their length varies from 10 to 12 cm. Round eggplants are used for making rolls, stuffing and preparations for the winter.

Vegetables are grown both under cover and in seedlings in open ground. Seeds are planted for seedlings in early spring.

Hybrid value

The early-ripening hybrid Carlson is valued for its high yield and delicate taste. The harvest is well stored and does not lose its presentation during transportation.

Eggplant varieties without seeds inside

Nancy F1

This vegetable crop has small green leaves of a pale shade. The fruits weigh 80 g and are ovoid in shape. The color of eggplants is purple with a shiny surface. The pulp does not give bitterness and is presented in white color. The Nancy variety perfectly resists the attacks of spider mites. The fruits can be used for preparations for the winter and in their entirety.

Purple Wonder F1

The bushes grow to 60 cm in height, the stem is slightly drooping, and it contains green leaves with jagged edges. Ripe eggplants are cylindrical in shape and have a glossy purple color. The pulp is slightly greenish in color, there is no bitterness. The harvested crop has an excellent presentation and excellent taste. It is also resistant to spider mites and Verticella wilt.

Purple Haze

The stem of the crop is strongly lowered, and its height is 60 cm. The leaves are ideally shaped, have a smooth surface, and there are no jagged edges. They can be harvested 100-105 days after sowing, their shape is oval, the skin is lilac in color. The pulp is white and not bitter. The variety resists bacterial rot. It is universal in terms of cultivation, as it is suitable for various regions of Russia.

Bibo F1

When this variety is cultivated, fruiting occurs on the 55th day after germination. The height of the bushes is 85 cm, as a result of which they need a garter. Bibo vegetables are oval-conical in shape and their length is 18 cm. The skin is milky white and the flesh is white without bitterness. Eggplants of this variety are in great demand among gardeners due to their excellent taste and dietary properties.

White egg

The bushes are compact in size, as the height reaches 70 cm. The vegetables are white and their shape resembles an egg. One eggplant weighs 200 g and its length is 10 cm. The variety is valued for its high yield and excellent taste. The pulp is tender and practically not bitter.

A mushroom picker's dream

White eggplant of the Mushroom Picker's Dream variety ripens in 90-95 days. The height of compact bushes does not exceed 0.7 m. The weight of oval-shaped fruits varies between 200-250 g. Productivity per 1 sq. m is 4-6 kg. The juicy, tender white pulp is covered with a snow-white skin. There are practically no seeds inside the fruit.

A mushroom picker's dream is planted using seedlings. Planting in open ground is carried out after the threat of spring frosts has passed. When grown in greenhouses, mature plants are planted in mid-May. They do not tolerate a lack of light, heat and moisture.

Hybrid value

White eggplants are easy to care for, suitable for long-term storage and are resistant to diseases that affect nightshade crops. A mushroom picker's dream is valued for its piquant taste, which contains pronounced mushroom notes.

Eggplant Black handsome

The mid-season, high-yielding variety Black Beauty, which has proven itself well when grown in greenhouses, is suitable for long-term storage. Its small fruits (weighing up to 200 g) ripen regardless of weather conditions.

Even a lack of sunlight is not scary for this spreading plant. In the southern regions it is grown in open ground. The pear-shaped fruits are 18-20 cm long, have a brown-violet color and a glossy surface. Their flesh is tender and tasty, without bitterness.

The Black Beauty variety is resistant to many eggplant diseases. Suitable for baking, canning and other types of cooking.

Kolobok

The Kolobok variety is distinguished by large fruits

The spherical hybrid Kolobok matures in 110-120 days and is distinguished by its large fruit. The height of the compact bush does not exceed 0.6 m. Ripe eggplants with an almost regular round shape weigh about 650 g. Productivity per 1 sq. m reaches 8 kg. The white, medium-density pulp is covered with a dark purple glossy skin. During frying, a pronounced mushroom flavor appears.

Hybrid Kolobok is not suitable for growing in open ground. It is thermophilic and demanding of soil fertility, and needs a lot of light. In the first weeks after planting, it needs frequent watering.

Hybrid value

Kolobok is valued for its large fruit size and taste. Eggplant has a long shelf life.

Diamond F1

Hybrid Diamant F1 is an early ripening variety. It matures in 105 days. The height of the semi-spreading bush is 0.6-0.7 m. The weight of the elongated cylindrical fruit varies from 150 to 200 g. Its length with a diameter of 40-50 mm varies from 150 to 200 mm. The white-green dense pulp is covered with a glossy dark purple skin. Productivity per 1 sq. m is 5-7 kg.

The Diamant F1 variety is suitable for growing in open ground and under cover, but is not cold-resistant. In regions with cold climates, it is better to use the second option. When self-pollinating eggplants are grown in greenhouses, the yield is higher.

Hybrid value

Diamond F1 has good taste. It is also valued for its high yield and uniform fruiting.

Negus

The variety is characterized by long-term fruiting

The fruits of the Negus hybrid ripen 80 days after the first shoots appear. Under favorable conditions, the harvest is harvested within 65-70 days after emergence. The compact bush does not exceed 50 cm in height. The weight of ripened round fruits varies between 130-190 g. The average yield per 1 sq. m is 3-4 kg. The white, juicy pulp is covered with a dark purple skin.

Hybrid Negus is intended for growing under cover. In regions with warm climates, after the plant has grown stronger, the cover is removed. Stronger plants adapt well to the environment and tolerate small temperature changes well.

Hybrid value

The Negus hybrid has a long fruiting period. New fruits are formed within a week after harvesting.

Early varieties

Early ripening varieties of eggplant include those that are ready for consumption within 70-100 days after the appearance of the first shoots.

Czech early

A variety valued by many gardeners due to the compactness of the bushes, reaching a height of no more than 60 cm. The fruits are predominantly ovoid in shape and quite large in size. The weight of one eggplant can reach 600 g. The color of the flesh is greenish-white. There is no bitter aftertaste and an excellent aroma. The pulp is dense, due to which the vegetable is used for preparing second courses and canning. The peel is dark purple.

Seeds under film are sown in mid-March in order to plant seedlings from May 25 to June 10. Planting of seedlings takes place on May 15-20. The harvest is harvested in August-September. From 1 sq. m, 4-5 kg ​​of fruits are collected.

Vakula

The height of the bush can reach 1.2 m. The bush is spreading, which is why it needs to be tied up. The fruits have an elliptical shape. The weight of one fruit varies from 100 to 500 g. The surface of the peel is dark purple and shiny. The pulp is white, the taste is good.

Vakula eggplants are easy to care for. They require regular watering and fertilizing. They also carry out tying and other procedures. Sowing is done at the end of spring. The harvest is harvested 95-100 days after the appearance of the first shoots. From 1 sq. m harvest from 7 to 12 kg of crop.

Joker

The fruits have an elongated shape. The brushes are formed simultaneously with the fruits - 3-6 pieces. The weight of one eggplant does not exceed 140 g. The flesh is white and does not taste bitter. Seedlings are planted at the age of 60-70 days in good weather. Planting begins in early summer; accordingly, the seeds are sown in mid-March.

For planting, select areas with light, loose, well-drained sandy and sandy loam soil. It is necessary to regularly water the plant, pinch it, and fertilize it. Harvesting occurs as the fruits ripen, when they become deep purple and reach the desired length. This usually occurs 85-100 days after disembarkation. 6.8-7.2 kg of fruits are collected from 1 square meter.

Negus

A low-growing variety, reaching a height of no more than half a meter. No need for a garter. The harvest is harvested within 80 days after planting. The fruits are barrel-shaped, the weight of one vegetable is 150-300 g. With proper care of the plants, it will be possible to collect fruits throughout the season.

The color of the peel is deep purple. The flesh is light white, dense, but has a delicate, pleasant taste. Eggplants are grown through seedlings. Seeds are sown from late February to mid-March. About 7-8 kg of eggplants are harvested per square meter. They tolerate transportation well and can be stored for a long time.

Japanese dwarf

A variety that attracts with its compactness. The height of the bush does not exceed 40 cm. Eggplants are pear-shaped and weigh about 500 g. Increasing the mass is possible by covering the bushes at night. The fruit has a purple skin. The white pulp has no bitterness.

It is recommended to plant eggplants in a well-lit area; the variety does not tolerate shading well. It is necessary to choose an area with fertile, loose soil. It is important to water the plants regularly and do not forget to fertilize. The harvest is harvested 75 days after planting. Store in a dark, cool place: basement or cellar.

Faith

Eggplant Vera is an early ripening variety, suitable for those who do not want to wait a long time for the fruits to ripen. The bushes are compact in size, reaching a height of no more than 75 cm. The fruits are pear-shaped with thin, purple skin and white, dense pulp. The weight of one fruit can reach 200 g. Sowing of seeds begins in February, but it is recommended to plant in May. At this time, the first spring frosts disappear.

Eggplants are grown by seed or seedlings. Seeds are sown in the soil only in regions with a warm climate. Growing Vera eggplants is not difficult. But the crop needs watering, regular feeding, and sometimes tying up. The harvest is harvested 95-110 days after planting. About 7-10 kg of eggplants are harvested from one bush. The variety is resistant to harmful insects.

Dwarf early

An early ripening variety, ripening 80-85 days after planting. The plant is branching, but low-growing, reaching a height of no more than 50 cm. The fruits are oval, sometimes rounded-pear-shaped. The peel is dark purple. Weight – up to 150 g. The pulp is white, tender, dense. The taste is excellent.

It is necessary to carefully care for the plants: fertilize, water, and remove weeds. When harvesting from one bush, you will be able to get 6-7 kg of fruit.

Other popular varieties

Every day, breeders from all countries work to develop new hybrids. Each variety of eggplant has its own advantages.

• Eggplant varieties such as Albatross, Epic, Black Beauty, Marzipan, Alekseevsky, Bourgeois, Sofya, Bull's Heart, Lilac Fog, and Flamingo are suitable for open ground. The peel of the fruits of the Lilac Fog and Flamingo varieties is colored in an unusual pink color.
• White eggplants such as Icicle, Pelican, White Swan, Snowball, White Night, and Thai White Ribbed have high taste qualities. White eggplants of the Swan and Gentle F1 varieties are especially popular. Swan is valued for its high yield, which reaches 18 kg per 1 sq. m. A Delicate F1 - for the excellent taste of juicy pulp. Of the blue hybrids, Eggplant for barbecue F1, Bagheera F1, Fat Barin, and Frigate have an excellent taste.
• High-yielding hybrids are Bull's forehead, Ilya Muromets, Caviar F1, Barbecue F1, Bombovoz, Black Raven F1, Nutcracker (up to 19 kg per 1 sq. m), Long Pop F1.
• The most suitable hybrids for indoor ground are Bernard, Farama F1, Arap, Maksik F1, Destan, Master-Master, Yatagan F1, Chernomor, Marquis F1, Matrosik, Galina, Mushroom Pleasure.
• The hybrids Orient Express, King of the North, Bibo, Early Dwarf 921, Early Maturing 148, Balagur, Bataysky, Orion F1, Black Diamond, and Gardener's Dream are cold-resistant hybrids. For the Altai region, the most suitable hybrids are Diamond and Dialogue.
• Popular early ripening varieties are Emerald, Ultra Early F1, Karatai F1, Anet F1, Korean Dwarf, Vakula, Dervish F1, Maria, Northern Blues, Sharapova F1, Boyarin, Mirval F1.
• Hybrids resistant to diseases are Astracom, Mowgli, Generalsky, Ural early ripening, Behemoth F1, Black Beauty, Gardener's Dream, Avan F1.
• Popular green varieties are Green, Kermit, Chinese Green, Louisiana Long Green, Cambodia Green Jain.
• For non-black earth regions, the hybrids Don Quixote, Madonna F1 and Ping Pong F1 are suitable.

The varieties that are cultivated in a particular region should be grown. They are adapted to climatic conditions and are less susceptible to diseases common in a particular area.

It is impossible to describe the characteristics of each variety. They have an average yield, but are resistant to stress, the cluster-type hybrid Samurai F1, varieties Murzik and Drakosha. Large-fruited eggplants are produced by hybrid varieties Giselle F1 and Almaz. The Russian size F1 hybrid is characterized by heat resistance, and the Epic F1 variety has high growth energy.

The highlight of the summer cottage will be the Thai eggplant, which contains a huge amount of useful substances. But it is difficult to care for, and in regions with cold climates it is grown only under cover. The absence of this leads to the rapid death of the plant.

The best varieties for open ground

When choosing eggplants for their plot, experienced gardeners must take into account the following varietal characteristics:

• Adaptation to the climate of a particular region. For gardeners growing eggplants in the south, the plant's resistance to heat and drought is important. In the north, such qualities as the ability to grow and bear fruit at low temperatures and high humidity come to the fore.
• Presence of immunity to nightshade diseases. Eggplants often suffer from fungal, bacterial and viral diseases, which can significantly reduce the quantity and quality of the fruit, and sometimes lead to the death of the entire plant. High plant immunity is especially important in regions with a cool and humid climate, which contributes to the rapid development of diseases.
• Productivity. Depending on the variety, you can grow from 2 to 20 kg of eggplant per 1 m2. But high-yielding varieties are quite demanding on growing conditions and fully reveal their potential only in regions with a very hot climate and fertile soil or in closed ground.
• Terms of ripening. Based on this feature, eggplants are divided into early (75–120 days before fruiting) and late (more than 120 days). In most regions of our country, the short summer does not allow the cultivation of late varieties.
• Bush dimensions. There are low-growing (from 50 to 110 cm) and tall (from 120 to 200 cm) varieties. Low-growing eggplants, which require less care and attention, are often grown in open ground and under temporary film covers. All tall varieties require mandatory tying to a support, without which their fragile trunk may break. In addition, they need more moisture and nutrients.

  Tall eggplant bushes must be tied to a support

• Taste of fruits. Particularly prized are varieties with pulp that does not have a characteristic bitterness and thin skin that does not require removal before cooking.

Only unripe eggplant fruits are eaten. When biologically ripe, they contain a large amount of solanine, which is dangerous to human health, and are noticeably bitter.

Video: how to choose the right eggplant variety

Popular varieties

The most famous in the Russian Federation and CIS countries are the old, time-tested varieties of eggplant. But now gardeners are increasingly beginning to pay attention to the fruits of modern selection, which, thanks to their excellent characteristics, have already gained popularity.

Gardeners are especially fond of unpretentious and productive eggplants, which can grow both in open and closed ground. These are varieties such as:

• Diamond;
• Albatross;
• Maria;
• Bull's Heart;
• Black handsome;
• Epic;
• Alekseevsky.

Table: characteristics of popular eggplant varieties

Bull's Heart - variety of Eggplant plant

Variety characteristics:

Properties of the Bull Heart variety:

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Information on the admission of Eggplant Bull Heart from the Register of the State Variety Commission of the Russian Federation

Application for admission No. 44094, registered 2005-12-07. The Eggplant variety Bull's Heart was included in the register of approved varieties in 2007. Approved for use in regions: All regions.

The originator of the Eggplant variety Bull's Heart is:

• LLC AGROFIRM SEDEK (142006, MOSCOW REGION, DOMODEDOVO, VOSTRYAKOVO microdistrict, PARKOVAYA STREET, 19)

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