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Chinese Long
Eggplant
EggplantSolanum melongena 'Chinese Long'
- Full sun
- Zones 9–12
- 70 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 18" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–7
Overview
A slender Asian heirloom producing gorgeous lavender-purple fruits that can reach up to 20 inches in length. The tender, mild flesh has fewer seeds than globe varieties and never turns bitter, making it perfect for stir-fries and Asian cuisine. This productive variety is beloved by gardeners for its elegant appearance and exceptional eating quality.
Planting
Start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost. Transplant after soil reaches 65°F and nighttime temperatures stay above 50°F.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 18" apart. Germination: 7-14.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Flea beetles, aphids, spider mites, Colorado potato beetle. Common diseases: Verticillium wilt, bacterial wilt, anthracnose, phomopsis blight.