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Rosa Bianca

Eggplant

Solanum melongena

Overview
Round fruit streaked with white and violet. Plump and variably ribbed, measuring about 4-6" long by 5-7" diameter. Mild, creamy taste. This traditional Italian variety is best adapted to regions with warm nights. Expect low yields in cool areas. Green calyx.
Planting
Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost. Transplant after soil warms to 65°F and nights stay above 55°F.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6.2–6.8. Space plants 20" apart. Germination: 14-21.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Flea beetles, aphids, spider mites, thrips. Common diseases: Verticillium wilt, fusarium wilt, bacterial wilt, phomopsis blight.