eggplants farming
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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