Eggplant 'Classic'

Scientific Name: Solanum melongena

Common Name: Classic Eggplant

Vegetable Type: Bush

Exposure: Full sun

Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil

Fruit Size: Medium to large-sized, typically 6-8 inches in length

Temperature: Requires warm temperatures, optimal growth between 70°F to 90°F (21°C to 32°C)

Spacing: Plant 18-24 inches apart

Height: Typically grows to about 18-24 inches tall

Width: Bushy habit, spreads up to 2 feet in diameter

Maturity Time: 60-70 days to harvest

Culinary Uses: Versatile vegetable used in various cuisines, suitable for grilling, roasting, frying, and stewing

Flavour Profile: Mild and slightly earthy, with a creamy texture when cooked

Companion Plants: Basil, beans, peppers, tomatoes

Resistant To: Common eggplant diseases such as verticillium wilt and bacterial wilt