Aubergine Baluroi F1
Aubergine Baluroi F1
Solanum melongena Baluroi F1
Aubergine, Eggplant
Plants arrived safely. They are currently kept warm and have grown well.
Anne-Marie, 12/04/2021
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Description
The 'Baluroi' F1 eggplant is a vigorous variety that is resistant to diseases. It produces beautiful elongated fruits, measuring 22 to 25 cm (9 to 10in) in length, with a very dark, shiny purple skin. With a very good taste, its flesh is white and of excellent flavour. You can sow it in March-April and harvest it from July to October.
The eggplant was introduced to Europe in the 14th century in Spain and in the 17th century in France. It has been cultivated in India and China since ancient times. Eggplants are cooked, stuffed, in cream, and in gratin, and is also used in ratatouille. Eggplant has calming and diuretic properties and contains vitamins A, B1, B2, B5, C, and PP, as well as iron and calcium.
Harvest: Between July and October, eggplants are harvested as needed and as they develop.
Storage: Eggplants can be stored for up to a week in the vegetable compartment of the refrigerator. Once steamed, they can be kept in the freezer for 6 to 8 months.
Gardener's tip: Regular weeding and hoeing should be done. Prune the ends of the branches to facilitate fruit enlargement.
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Planting and care
Planting:
Grow on the plants by transplanting the plug plants into trays or pots of 8 to 13 cm (3 to 5in) in diameter, filled with compost. Place them in a warm and bright location. Water regularly.
Planting in the ground should be done around mid-May or in June, when the risk of frost has passed. Plant the aubergine in full sun, in a sheltered spot. It thrives in well-drained and rich soils. As the aubergine is a heavy feeder, it will be necessary to add well-rotted compost in the previous autumn. In cooler regions, it is advisable to plant the aubergine in a greenhouse.
Soak the root ball in water for a few moments before planting. Space the plants 50 cm (20in) apart in all directions. Dig a hole, place the root ball and cover with fine soil. Water thoroughly. At the beginning of the growing season, protect the plants with a mini-tunnel or a frame to gain a few degrees.
The aubergine can also be grown in pots, provided it is placed in the sun. In this case, you can plant the plug plants directly into the pot.
Maintenance:
Water regularly, making sure not to wet the foliage to prevent the occurrence of fungal diseases such as mildew. Drip irrigation is well suited.
Diseases and pests:
The aubergine is susceptible, just like the tomato, to mildew. This is a fungal disease caused by the Phytophthora infestans fungus. Mildew develops in hot and humid weather. Small spots appear, white on the underside of the leaves and green-grey on the top. To limit the risks, space the plants sufficiently and do not water the foliage. In terms of rotation, wait 4 years before growing a plant from the Solanaceae family in the same location and do not grow them in neighboring rows. If necessary, spray with Bordeaux mixture or preparations such as horsetail decoction or garlic tea.
Finally, you can protect young plants from slugs and snails by placing ash or coffee grounds nearby, to be renewed after rain.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a (East Coast and Midlands: Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny, Portlaoise). It will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the north-west (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal, Westport), delay planting by 1 to 2 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 1 to 2 weeks in autumn compared to the dates given, preferably choosing periods without strong winds.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (Wicklow Mountains, Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, Connemara, Killarney), it is best to plant in spring (April–May) or autumn (September–October), avoiding periods of waterlogged soil in winter and strong winds, which pose the main risk to newly planted trees in these areas.
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to regions in USDA Zone 9a, such as the East Coast and Midlands, including Dublin, Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny and Portlaoise.
This will vary depending on where you live:
- On the west coast and in the northwest (Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Donegal and Westport), it will be delayed by one to two weeks compared to the given dates, due to stronger Atlantic winds and less spring sunshine.
- In the inland hills and plateaus (the Wicklow Mountains, the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, Connemara and Killarney), flowering will be delayed by two to three weeks. Flowering mainly occurs between May and July, with the limiting factors being less frost and more of the excessive humidity, strong winds and lack of sunshine that are characteristic of these areas.