🌱 How to Grow Green Brinjal (Long) from Seeds
Also known as:

• Hindi: हरी बैंगन (Hari Baingan)

• Telugu: పచ్చి వంకాయ (Pacchi Vankaya)

• Kannada: ಹಸಿರು ಬದನೆ (Hasiru Badane)

• English: Green Brinjal / Long Eggplant

• Botanical Name: Solanum melongena

1. 🗓️ Choose the Right Season

• Warm-season vegetable

• Best time to sow: February to April or July to August (for monsoon crop)

• Ideal temperature: 25°C to 35°C

2. 🌱 Prepare the Soil

• Soil Type: Well-drained fertile loamy soil rich in organic matter

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

• Mix well-decomposed compost or farmyard manure before planting

3. 🌾 Sowing the Seeds

• Sow seeds in nursery beds or seed trays about 0.5 inch (1.2 cm) deep

• Germinate seeds indoors or in shaded nursery for 6–8 weeks before transplanting

• Transplant seedlings when they have 4–5 true leaves

4. 💧 Watering

• Keep soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging

• Water deeply at base, especially during flowering and fruit development

• Mulching helps retain soil moisture and suppress weeds

5. 🌿 Germination

• Seeds germinate in 7–14 days under warm conditions

• Maintain temperature around 25°C to 30°C for best germination

6. ☀️ Sunlight & Temperature

• Requires full sun, minimum 6 hours daily

• Thrives between 25°C and 35°C

• Sensitive to frost and cold temperatures

7. 🌼 Fertilization

• Apply organic compost or well-rotted manure at planting

• Side-dress with nitrogen-rich fertilizer every 4–6 weeks

• Balanced fertilizers with phosphorus and potassium support fruiting

8. 🛡️ Pest & Disease Control

• Common pests: aphids, fruit borers, flea beetles

• Common diseases: wilt, leaf spot, powdery mildew

• Use neem oil sprays or organic pesticides as needed

• Practice crop rotation and remove diseased plants promptly

9. 🥬 Harvesting

• Fruits are ready in 70–90 days after transplanting

• Harvest when fruits are firm, glossy, and reach full size but before seeds harden

• Cut fruits gently with a sharp knife or pruner to avoid plant damage

10. 🌱 Regrow Tip

• Save seeds from fully ripe fruits

• Clean seeds, dry thoroughly, and store in a cool, dry place for next planting season

🌿 Health Benefits of Green Brinjal

• Rich in dietary fiber and antioxidants

• Supports heart health and digestion

• Low in calories, great for weight management

• Contains vitamins B and C, plus minerals like potassium and manganese