The eggplant is a very popular vegetable plant and a nightshade plant. It needs a lot of sun to grow well. Here you can find out what you should consider when planting eggplant plants and when the right time is to plant them.
When can I leave the eggplant outside?
Aubergines should only be planted outdoorsafter the last frost as they do not tolerate the cold well. In Germany this is after the Ice Saints, around mid-May. They need a lot of sun and warmth for good growth.
What temperatures can eggplants exposed outdoors tolerate?
The eggplant, also known as eggplant, likes it particularly warm and thrives best at temperatures around25 degrees Celsius Since the plant cannot tolerate frost or cold drafts, you should In our latitudes they were only put outside in mid-May. Temperatures as low as 15 degrees Celsius can restrict growth and result in lower crop yields. If you would like to put your plants in the greenhouse, you can do so at the beginning of May.
Where is the best location for the eggplant?
The heat-loving eggplant originally comes from the East Indies and is now mainly cultivated in Spain, Turkey, China and Japan. Your eggplant in the vegetable patch should get thesunniest spotin the garden. In our latitudes, however, it grows better in thegreenhouse However, when planting in the greenhouse, make sure there is sufficient ventilation, as the eggplant does not tolerate excessive humidity well. In summer, eggplants in pots are best protected against a house wall that also radiates heat.
What should you pay attention to when planting the eggplant?
How to plant the eggplant correctly:
- Dig a sufficiently large planting hole and place the young plant in loose, nutrient-rich soil. Add organic vegetable fertilizer (€23.00 on Amazon) to the soil.
- Make sure there is a planting distance of at least 60 centimeters.
- Form a watering trough so that the water stays with the eggplant plant and does not drain away.
- Insert a support rod, similar to those used with tomatoes or peppers, to prevent them from snapping when the fruit becomes large and heavy.
- Water the plant well.
What other plants can eggplants be planted next to?
Since eggplants are heavy eaters, they stand well next to weak eaters. Good plant neighbors arecabbage vegetables(cauliflower, cabbage, kohlrabi) andsalads To avoid diseases and nutrient theft, other nightshade plants such as peppers, potatoes and tomatoes should not be grown stand in the immediate vicinity.
Tip
Make sure you get enough nutrients when planting the eggplant
Aubergines need a lot of warmth and nutrient-rich soil. Therefore, add organic quality fertilizer to the planting hole when planting. For example, mature compost or a slow-release fertilizer are suitable for this. This means the plant is supplied with essential nutrients as it grows and delivers a good harvest.
