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Pink-Shaded White Round Eggplant Seeds

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[Solanum melongena] Pink-shaded white round eggplant seeds, large fruit, firm sweet white flesh.

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Pink-Shaded White Round Eggplant

A large, rounded-fruit variety, pink-shaded white eggplant is characterised by white skin with delicate pink shading and firm white flesh, with few seeds and a sweet flavour.

The Pink-Shaded White Eggplant Plant

It belongs to the species Solanum melongena, family Solanaceae. A vigorous plant with expansive, covering foliage, mid-early cycle, producing large fruits.

How to Sow Pink-Shaded White Eggplant

Sowing usually takes place in December in a heated seedbed, with harvest about two months after transplanting in the field or greenhouse.

How to Grow Pink-Shaded White Eggplant

It prefers deep, well-drained soil, sunny exposure with ideal temperatures around 22-24°C, and generous watering to support the development of the large fruits.

Tips for Pink-Shaded White Eggplant

Given the significant size of the fruits, it is advisable to thin the plants and support the more loaded branches to prevent breakage during fruiting.

Diseases and Pests of Pink-Shaded White Eggplant

Sensitive like other eggplants to Colorado potato beetle, aphids and red spider mite; good airflow between plants prevents fungal diseases in humid conditions.

Uses and Curiosities of Pink-Shaded White Eggplant

Thanks to its rounded shape it is perfect for stuffing and baking, but also works well pan-fried or grilled for a lighter option.

Properties of Pink-Shaded White Eggplant

The firm, compact white flesh, low in seeds, makes this variety particularly digestible; like all eggplants it is rich in fibre and low in calories.

Nutritional Values of Pink-Shaded White Eggplant

Per 100 grams, pink-shaded white eggplant provides about 22 kcal, 1 g protein, 5.3 g carbohydrates, 0.2 g fat and 2.7 g fibre.