🌱 How to Grow Black Brinjal (Round) from Seeds
Also known as:

• Hindi: काला बैंगन (Gol Baingan)

• Tamil: கறுப்பு கத்திரிக்காய்

• Telugu: నలుపు వంకాయ

• Malayalam: കറുത്ത വാഴുതന

• Kannada: ಕಪ್ಪು ಬದನೆಕಾಯಿ

• English: Black Round Brinjal / Eggplant

• Botanical Name: Solanum melongena

1. 🌞 Choose the Right Season

• Best time to sow:

  • Spring–Summer: Jan–Mar

  • Monsoon: Jun–Jul

  • Post-monsoon: Sep–Oct (in mild climates)

• Ideal temperature: 22°C–32°C

2. 🌱 Prepare the Soil

• Soil Type: Loamy, well-drained, rich in organic matter

• pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0–7.0)

• Add well-rotted compost, cow dung, and a small amount of wood ash or bone meal

3. 🌾 Sow the Seeds

• Method:

  • Start in seed trays or nursery beds

  • Transplant when 4–6 inches tall

• Depth: ¼–½ inch deep

• Spacing:

  • In-ground: 18–24 inches between plants, 24–36 inches between rows

  • Containers: Use 12–16 inch pots, 1 plant per pot

4. 💧 Watering

• Water consistently to keep the soil moist (not soggy)

• Water at base; avoid wetting leaves

• Mulch to retain moisture and prevent weeds

5. 🌿 Germination

• Germinates in 6–10 days

• Needs warmth and indirect sunlight

• Harden off seedlings before transplanting

6. ☀️ Sunlight & Temperature

• Requires 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily

• Ideal growth between 22°C–32°C

• Protect young plants from extreme cold

7. 🌼 Fertilization

• Mix compost or vermicompost during planting

• Feed every 2–3 weeks with:

  • Banana peel tea

  • Seaweed extract

  • Low-nitrogen, high-potassium fertilizer during fruiting

8. 🛡️ Pest & Disease Care

• Common pests: Aphids, fruit borers, whiteflies

• Management:

  • Spray neem oil + soap solution every 10–15 days

  • Remove affected leaves/fruit

  • Use sticky traps for flying insects

9. 🍆 Harvesting

• Harvest time: 70–90 days from sowing

• Pick fruits when they’re shiny, firm, and deep purple-black

• Don’t wait too long — overripe fruits become bitter and seedy

• Use scissors or a knife to avoid damaging the plant

10. 🌱 Regrow Tip

• Save seeds from fully mature brinjal fruits

• Wash and dry thoroughly

• Store in a cool, dry place for next season

🌟 Health Benefits of Black Brinjal

• Rich in antioxidants, especially nasunin (in purple skin)

• Supports heart health and brain function

• Low in calories – good for weight management

• Contains fiber, vitamin B6, and potassium