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A prickly,
shrubby plant with attractive flowers followed by the shiny fruits.
Usually purple but can also be white. Also known as Eggplant. Grows
very well in a greenhouse but not as easily outdoors. Provide a
sunny, sheltered spot with additional protection such as a cloche or
cold frame. Mainly grown from seed which will keep for up to five
years. Remove the growing point when 12ins high and stake. Mist
plants to avoid red spider mite. When five fruits have formed remove
lateral shoots and remaining flowers. Water regularly and feed with
tomato food. |
| Outdoors:
March - Indoors: late February |
Outdoors
under protection: late May - Indoors: April to mid May |
Well-drained fertile soil in sunny, sheltered spot. In the greenhouse use
compost or grow-bags. |
24 inches
apart and 24 inches between rows |
Mid July
to mid October |
Will keep
in a food bag in the fridge for up to two weeks |
Thinly
slice and sprinkle with salt to absorb the bitter juices and soften
the flesh. Leave for 20mins and rinse. Dry with kitchen roll.
Lightly cover in flour and fry until golden-brown. |
