Brinjals, also known as eggplants, are one of the top vegetables for grilling, second only to potatoes. The scientific name for brinjal is Solanum melongena, and it is a warm-season vegetable that requires warm, humid weather similar to tomatoes and peppers. It is ideal for tropical and subtropical climates found in South Asian and Southeast Asian countries, where temperatures typically range between 24 and 32 degrees Celsius. Brinjals are quite rich in potassium and offer extensive benefits. The following guide explains how you can grow brinjals at home using organic seeds online in India and reap their benefits.
Nutritional Profile
Calories: 20.5
Carbohydrates: 4.8 grams
Sodium: 1.6 milligrams
Potassium: 188 milligrams
Manganese: 0.2 milligrams
Sugars: 2.9 grams
Fat: 0.1 gram
Fiber: 2.4 grams
Protein: 0.8 gram
How to Grow Brinjals in Your Home Garden?
You can grow brinjals at home using organic seeds online in India from Ratanshi Agro-Hortitech to reap their extensive health benefits:
Prepare the Seeds, Soil, and Grower Pots
Medium-sized pots are ideal for growing brinjals. Ensure the grower pots have proper drainage holes at the bottom to remove excess water. Coco-peat is an excellent medium for sowing seeds and is a good substitute for soil or potting mix. Fill the grower pots with moist coco-peat. Prepare the seeds by soaking them overnight in water to speed up germination.
Sow the Brinjal Seeds
Since brinjal seeds are small, experts at the plant nursery advise sowing 2 to 3 seeds in one tray (if you plan to use a seedling tray). If you plan to sow them in grower pots, sow them one inch apart and one inch deep. Seedling trays should be kept indoors for proper maintenance and provide an ideal atmosphere for seeds to germinate. To speed up seed germination, cover the tray with paper for 4 to 5 days after sowing the seeds.
Watering Requirements
Regular watering of the F1 hybrid brinjal seeds at equal intervals is important for proper germination. If you plan to grow seedlings in a tray and then transplant them, each tray should be provided with two tablespoons of water every day. Outdoor seed beds need protection from heavy rain and direct sunlight, which may wash away the seeds or cause them to dry out. Cover the seed beds with a temporary roof, ideally made of a plastic sheet, and use a small watering can for watering.
Basic Care Requirements for Your Brinjal Plants
Sunlight: The sunlight requirements for the plant vary with each season. During the summer, partial sunlight is sufficient, while during winter, full sunlight is required.
Watering: The watering schedule varies with the season. Water the brinjal plant daily in the summer when temperatures are high, but during the winter, water it every alternate day. Avoid overwatering. Using a watering can is recommended.
Fertilizing: Add organic fertilizers such as cow dung, Green Gold from Ratanshi Agro-Hortitech, compost, or vermicompost to the soil in a 2:1 ratio, with two parts soil mixed with one part fertilizer.
Care: Brinjal plants are susceptible to fungal and insect infections. Apply appropriate medicines and insecticides as soon as symptoms are observed. It's also advisable to use high-quality brinjal seeds like the F1 hybrid brinjal seeds.
Support: Provide proper support to the main stem of the plant as it grows. Tying sticks to the stem can keep them upright and provide the necessary support.
Topping: For proper lateral growth of the plant, pinch out the apical growing point of the brinjal plant. This also contributes to brinjal production.
Harvesting: Flowering of brinjal plants begins around 3 months, and brinjals can be harvested 70 to 90 days after sowing the seeds. With proper care, brinjal plants can produce brinjals for up to three years.
Disease Prevention: It's essential to protect the plants from pests and diseases. In case of infestation, treat the brinjal seeds.
Harvest Your Brinjals
Depending on the seed variety, such as F1 hybrid brinjal seeds, the plant is ready to harvest in 80 to 120 days after sowing the seeds.
Conclusion
If you are looking for different hybrid brinjal varieties and other supplies for growing brinjals in your home garden, visit Ratanshi Agro-Hortitech.
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