Eggplant
Solanum melongena
💧 Watering
Every 2–3 days, keep soil consistently moist
☀️ Light
Full sun, 8+ hours
💦 Humidity
Average
🌡️ Temperature
70–85°F (21–29°C)
Soil
Rich, well-draining potting mix
✨ Fertilizing
Every 2 weeks when fruiting
🪴 Repotting
Annual
About Eggplant
Beautiful fruited vegetable with purple, white, or striped varieties. Needs heat to thrive.
Care tips
- Needs warm soil — don't plant until soil reaches 60°F
- Harvest before seeds inside harden
- Beautiful ornamental plant as well as edible