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Hansel F1

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Hansel F1

Eggplant

Solanum melongena 'Hansel F1'

  • Full sun
  • Zones 9–12
  • 55 days to maturity
  • Vegetables
  • 18" spacing
  • High water
  • pH 6–6.8
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  • Overview

    An award-winning mini eggplant that produces clusters of small, glossy purple fruits that are perfect for individual servings. This compact hybrid is incredibly productive and the fruits have tender skin that doesn't require peeling, making them ideal for quick cooking and elegant presentations. The sweet, mild flavor and lack of bitterness make it a favorite for both adults and children.

  • Planting

    Start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost. Transplant after all danger of frost and soil reaches 60°F.

  • Growing

    Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–6.8. Space plants 18" apart. Germination: 10-14.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Flea beetles, aphids, spider mites, thrips. Common diseases: Verticillium wilt, bacterial wilt, early blight, phytophthora blight.