brinjal plants
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Okra – Vegetable gardening
How to plant Okra at home: Okra seeds should be soaked in water for at least 12-18 hours allowing them to absorb the moisture before being sowed. Okra can grow in different types of soil but it must be fertilized well. Sow the seeds 1/2 inch deep in light soil and 1 inch deep in heavy… Continue reading
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Home Gardening – How to plant Brinjal seeds:
Brinjal grows best in a well-drained sandy loam or loam soil, fairly high in organic matter Sow Brinjal seeds in cell packs or small pots, 1/4 inch deep. Water them well, cover loosely with a plastic bag to retain moisture, and place them in a warm spot Do not plant Brinjal transplants into the garden until… Continue reading
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PEST AND DISEASES IN BRINJAL PLANTS – VEGETABLE GARDENING
Flea Beetles are probably the most common pest, but a healthy eggplant should be able to withstand damage from their tiny holes. Damage is usually serious only on young seedlings. Grow plants under row covers until they are large enough to tolerate leaf damage. Remove garden debris in the fall to remove any overwintering beetles. Powdery Mildew can… Continue reading
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HOW TO HARVEST EGGPLANT IN THE GARDEN
Harvest 65 to 80 days after transplanting, depending on the variety. When starting from seed, expect 100 to 120 days to maturity. The best way to gauge the time to harvest. The skin of the fruit is shiny and unwrinkled and a uniform color. As soon as the skin does not rebound to gentle pressure from… Continue reading