Kurume Long
Solanum melongena
 Kurume Long
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Seed #027 |
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This popular open pollinated Japanese variety has excellent quality. Shiny black fruits have a purple calyx and mature 9-10" long with a mild, delicate flavor. Very vigorous and good for open field growing and home gardens. Relatively late maturing plant has an upright growth habit.
- Warm season annual
- Approx. 100-140 seeds in packet. (A seed will vary in weight and size within a given seed lot. The number of seeds stated is only an estimate.)
- Maturity: Approx. 60 days
- Planting season: Late spring to early summer
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Cultivation: Start seeds inside 6 weeks before last frost date (or 8 weeks before expected transplanting date). Keep soil warm until emergence. Seeds will not germinate in cool soil and planting out too early may affect plant vigor. Harden off plants carefully before transplanting. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Plant in late spring/summer (soil temperatures at least above 60°F) in a very warm and sunny location. Eggplants are heavy feeders so use a balanced fertilizer. Too much nitrogen will produce lush foliage and few fruits.
Germination
Temperature |
Seed
Depth |
Seed
Spacing |
Plant
Spacing |
Row
Distance |
| 80-90°F |
1/4-1/2" |
2-4" |
18-24" |
30-36" |
Please note: Maturity, adaptability and disease tolerance may differ under your specific climate and/or growing conditions.
Culinary tips: Stir-fry, braise, steam, deep-fry, bake, pickle or prepare tempura-style.
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