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Bambino F1
Eggplant
EggplantSolanum melongena 'Bambino F1'
- Full sun
- Zones 9–12
- 45 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 12" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–7
Overview
A delightful mini eggplant hybrid that produces clusters of grape-sized purple fruits perfect for cocktail appetizers and gourmet cooking. The compact 12-inch plants are ideal for containers and small spaces, yet produce an abundance of tender, non-bitter fruits. This variety has won over gardeners with its ornamental beauty and gourmet appeal.
Planting
Start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost. Can direct sow in warm climates after soil reaches 70°F.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 7-14.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Flea beetles, aphids, spider mites. Common diseases: Verticillium wilt, bacterial wilt, early blight.