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Melana Long Black Eggplant Seeds
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[Solanum melongena] Melana long black eggplant seeds, vigorous, bold flavour, ideal for grilling and frying.
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- Melana Long Black Eggplant
- The Melana Eggplant Plant
- How to Sow Melana Eggplant
- How to Grow Melana Eggplant
- Tips for Melana Eggplant
- Diseases and Pests of Melana Eggplant
- Uses and Curiosities of Melana Eggplant
- Properties of Melana Eggplant
- Nutritional Values of Melana Eggplant
Melana Long Black Eggplant
A very vigorous and productive variety, Melana long black eggplant develops elongated fruits with a purple-to-black colour and a bold flavour, among the most versatile types in the kitchen.
The Melana Eggplant Plant
It belongs to the species Solanum melongena, family Solanaceae. A productive plant that needs wide plant spacing to develop fully, plus sturdy supports once the fruits reach larger sizes.
How to Sow Melana Eggplant
Sow in a heated seedbed between February and March, transplanting into the field or pots from April-May, once the risk of late frost has passed.
How to Grow Melana Eggplant
For ideal development it needs large, well-fertilised soil with ample spacing between plants; regular watering supports the fruits' elongation right up to harvest.
Tips for Melana Eggplant
Given its productivity, it helps to set up stakes or supports from the early growth stages, so the heaviest-laden branches are held without hindering their development.
Diseases and Pests of Melana Eggplant
Like other eggplants it can be affected by Colorado potato beetle, aphids and red spider mite; good soil drainage prevents root rot after heavy rain.
Uses and Curiosities of Melana Eggplant
Its bold flavour and firm flesh make it the perfect choice for grilling, frying and dishes where the eggplant's intense taste should stand out.
Properties of Melana Eggplant
Rich in fibre that supports digestion, Melana eggplant is also suitable for low-calorie diets thanks to its low calorie content and antioxidant phytonutrients.
Nutritional Values of Melana Eggplant
Per 100 grams, Melana eggplant provides about 24 kcal, 1 g protein, 5.7 g carbohydrates, 0.2 g fat and 3 g fibre.