Rohrer Seeds Shikou Eggplant

Description

Shikou Eggplant

This delicious and versatile vegetable is very popular worldwide. Plants grow 2-3′ tall, with 4 or more fruit. Meat substitute. Delicious fried, in casseroles or with other vegetables. Grows well in containers.

When and where to plant

Start seeds indoors or in a hotbed 8-10 weeks before night temperatures warm. For later crop start seeds outdoors in warm and sunny location after weather warms. Cultivate deeply and enrich with vegetable food and organic matter. Firm soil over seed.

Care

Keep soil moist, weed free and feed every 4-6 weeks.

Harvesting

Pick when glossy and dark purple. Skin should not spring back when pressed with thumb.

Health Note

Supplies Calcium, Iron, and Vitamins A, B1, B2, Niacin and C.

• Seed Spacing: 1/2″
• Spacing Between Row: 
• Days to Germination: 10-20 
• Days to Maturity: 70-90