Brinjal – (seeds) F1 hybrid

Description

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🍆 Brinjal (Eggplant) Seeds Care Guide

Botanical Name: Solanum melongena
Common Names: Brinjal, Eggplant, Aubergine

🌞 Light

• Needs full sunlight (6–8 hours daily) for strong growth and high yield.
• Shade reduces flowering and fruit size.

🌡️ Temperature

• Ideal temperature: 25°C–35°C.
• Sensitive to frost — protect plants during cold or heavy rain.

🌿 Soil

• Prefers well-drained loamy or sandy soil rich in organic matter.
• Soil pH: 6.0–7.0.
• Mix compost or cow dung before planting for healthy root development.

🌱 Sowing

• Sow seeds in nursery trays or seedbeds.
• Seeds germinate in 7–10 days.
• Transplant seedlings after 20–25 days when 4–5 true leaves appear.
• Maintain spacing of 2 feet between plants and 3 feet between rows.

💧 Watering

• Keep soil evenly moist, especially after transplanting.
• Water 2–3 times weekly depending on weather.
• Avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot.

🌾 Fertilizer

• Before transplanting: Add organic compost or FYM (Farmyard Manure).
• During growth: Use Basfoliar 19:19:19 SP or a balanced NPK fertilizer every 15–20 days.
• During flowering and fruiting: Apply Basfoliar Fruit SP or potassium-rich fertilizer to enhance fruit size and color.

🐛 Pest & Disease Management

• Watch for aphids, fruit borers, and whiteflies.
• Use neem oil spray (3–5 ml/litre) weekly for prevention.
• Remove infested leaves or fruits promptly.

🌸 Flowering & Fruiting

• Starts flowering 45–60 days after transplanting.
• Fruits can be harvested when they are glossy and firm.
• Regular harvesting encourages continuous fruiting.