Eggplant – Violetta Lunga 3 - 210 seeds

Aubergine – Violetta Lunga 3

Description:
Violetta Lunga 3 is an eggplant variety that is suitable for both greenhouses and outdoor cultivation. It produces oblong fruits with shiny, dark purple skins and a greenish-yellow, compact and tender flesh. The fruit is ideal for frying, steaming, roasting or grilling and has a delicious taste.

Packaging Information:
One package contains 1 gram of seeds , which corresponds to approximately 210 seeds. (+/- 20%)

How to grow Eggplant - Violetta Lunga 3 from seed

Pre-cultivation in greenhouse

1. Sowing depth: 1–2 cm.
2. Sowing time: March – April.
3. Sowing instructions:
   • Sow the seeds in pots or plug trays with seed soil.
   • Cover the seeds lightly with soil and water gently.
   • Place the seed in a warm environment, preferably at 22-25°C, to achieve optimal germination.

Planting out seedlings

1. Planting time: May (when the risk of frost is over).
2. Investment:
   • Choose a sunny and warm location for best growth.
   • Prepare the soil with compost or manure for a nutrient-rich growing area.
3. Plant distance:
   • 50–60 cm between the plants.
   • 50 cm between rows.

Care and maintenance

1. Watering:
   • Keep the soil evenly moist, but avoid overwatering.
2. Fertilization:
   • Use a nutrient-rich fertilizer, especially potassium-rich fertilizer, to support fruit set.
3. Support:
   • Tie up the plants as needed to keep them stable during fruit development.

Harvest

1. Harvest period: July – September.
2. Harvest tips:
   • Harvest the fruits when they are fully grown and shiny purple.
   • Cut the fruits from the plant with a piece of the stem to avoid damage to the plant.

Violetta Lunga 3 is an excellent variety for both the greenhouse and the open field, and with its delicious taste and versatile use in cooking, it will quickly become a favorite in your garden country.