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Aubergine Barbentane

Solanum melongena Barbentane
Aubergine, Eggplant

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This is the first time I have grown aubergines, the harvest hasn't been plentiful but I got a few.

marie therese C., 07/11/2016

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Early and hardy variety, offering good yields. The fruits are 25 to 30cm (10 to 12in) long, with a dark purple colour, have good taste quality and can be consumed cooked, alone or mixed, in multiple ways: in ratatouilles, gratins, stuffed etc. Aubergine needs heat and is grown as an annual in European latitudes. This variety is suitable for all climates, including slightly cooler regions. The plug plants of Barbentane Aubergine can be planted from April to June, after the last frost. Harvesting takes place from July to October.
Ease of cultivation
Beginner
Height at maturity
60 cm
Spread at maturity
25 cm
Exposure
Sun
Soil moisture
Moist soil
Best planting time May to June
Recommended planting time April to June
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Flowering time June to September
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Description

The very early Barbentane Aubergine (Long Aubergine) is an early and hardy variety, offering good yields. The long fruits, measuring 25 to 30cm (10 to 12in), are dark purple in colour, have good taste, and can be cooked and consumed in various ways: in ratatouilles, gratins, stuffed etc. The Aubergine is a heat-loving plant and is grown as an annual in European latitudes. This variety is suitable for all climates, including slightly cooler regions. The plug plants of Barbentane Eggplant are planted from April to June, after the last frost. Harvesting takes place from July to October.

The Aubergine belongs to the Solanaceae family, like tomatoes, bell peppers, and potatoes. This perennial plant of warm countries is grown as an annual in European climates. It has oval, hairy leaves and produces small purple flowers from June to September. Depending on the variety, Aubergines can be round or long and come in different colours: from black-purple to white, and even yellow, with sometimes uniform or striated patterns...a beautiful diversity to discover!

In the vegetable garden, this sun-loving vegetable needs warmth to grow. It will appreciate the presence of flowers to attract insects and promote pollination.

In the kitchen, Aubergine is cooked and consumed in various ways: alone or in mixtures, in ratatouilles, gratins, stuffed etc.

Harvesting: Pick the fruits using snips, from August to October (or from July for early varieties). The fruits are harvested slightly before ripeness.

Storage: Eggplants should be consumed quickly and can be kept for a few days in the lower part of the refrigerator.

Gardener's tip: We recommend mulching the soil with thin successive layers of grass clippings, if possible mixed with dead leaves. This protection, which helps keep the soil moist, also limits weed growth. You can also opt for a mineral mulch (bricks, slate...) which will help accumulate heat.

Harvest

Harvest time July to October
Type of vegetable Fruit vegetable
Vegetable colour violet
Size of vegetable Medium
Interest Flavour, Productive
Use Cooking

Plant habit

Height at maturity 60 cm
Spread at maturity 25 cm
Growth rate normal

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green
Product reference36381

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Planting and care

Planting:

Grow the plants by transplanting the plug plants into trays or 8 to 13cm (3 to 5in) diameter pots filled with compost. Place them in a warm and bright location. Water regularly.

Planting in the ground should be done around mid-May or in June, when the risk of frost has passed. Plant the Aubergine in full sun, in a sheltered location. It thrives in well-drained and rich soils. Since Aubergine is a hungry vegetable, it will be necessary to add well-rotted compost the previous autumn. In cooler regions, it is recommended to plant aubergines in a greenhouse.

Soak the root ball in water for a few moments before planting. Space the plants 50 cm (20in) apart in all directions. Dig a hole, insert the root ball, and cover with fine soil. Water generously. At the beginning of the growing season, protect the plants with a mini-tunnel or a frame to gain a few degrees.

Aubergine can also be grown in pots, as long as it is placed in a sunny location. In this case, you can directly install the plug plants in the pot.

Maintenance:

Regularly hoe and weed. Remove suckers that develop at the base of the plant.

Water regularly, making sure not to wet the foliage to prevent the occurrence of fungal diseases such as mildew. Drip irrigation is well suited.

Pruning will be necessary to promote fruit development. In July, cut the main stem above the 2nd flower. Repeat this operation on the new stems that develop. This way, you can expect to harvest an average of 7 to 8 fruits per plant.

Diseases and pests:

Aubergine is susceptible, just like tomatoes, to mildew. This is a fungal disease caused by Phytophthora infestans. Mildew develops in hot and humid weather. Small spots appear, white on the undersides of the leaves and green-grey on top. To reduce the risk, space the plants adequately and avoid watering the foliage. In terms of crop rotation, wait 4 years before growing a plant from the Solanaceae family in the same location and do not grow them in neighbouring rows. If necessary, spray Bordeaux mixture or preparations such as horsetail decoction or garlic spray.

Harvest can also be hindered by the Colorado potato beetle, an insect of the order Coleoptera. You will recognise it by its yellow head and its yellow and black striped body. The best solution, although a bit time-consuming, is to remove them as they appear. As a preventive measure, sow blue flax seeds between your rows of Aubergines. Sow from April to June in shallow furrows. In addition to being repellent to Colorado potato beetles, flax will brighten up your vegetable garden with its pretty little blue flowers.

Finally, you can protect young plants from slugs and snails by placing ash or coffee grounds nearby, to be renewed in case of rain.

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Cultivation

Best planting time May to June
Recommended planting time April to June

Care

Soil moisture Tolerant
Disease resistance Good

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Type of use Container, Vegetable garden, Greenhouse
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Soil light
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Any
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light), 130
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