Overview

Alkarty Chuchu Brinjal is a unique and traditional eggplant variety, producing round-to-oval shaped fruits with a glossy surface and excellent taste. It is a favorite in many regional cuisines for its tender texture and rich flavor when cooked.

Uses

• Culinary: Used in curries, bharta, stuffed dishes, and fry preparations. Retains flavor and shape well when cooked.
• Nutritional: Rich in dietary fiber, antioxidants, vitamins B1 and B6, and minerals like potassium and magnesium.
• Health Benefits: Supports digestion, heart health, and helps manage weight.

How to Grow

• Climate: Warm climate, best grown in 25–35°C temperature.
• Soil: Well-drained loamy soil rich in organic matter. pH range: 6.0–7.5.
• Sowing Method: Start in nursery trays or seedbeds; transplant when seedlings are 4–5 inches tall.
• Sowing Depth: 0.5–1 cm deep.
• Spacing: 45 cm between plants, 60 cm between rows.
• Germination Time: 7–12 days.
• Transplanting Time: 25–30 days after sowing.
• Sunlight: Requires full sun (6–8 hours daily).

Care Instructions

• Watering: Water regularly, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering at fruiting stage for better taste.
• Fertilizer: Apply compost or well-rotted manure before planting. Use balanced NPK fertilizer every 15–20 days.
• Mulching: Helps retain moisture and control weeds.
• Pest & Disease Management: Monitor for aphids, fruit borers, and fungal spots. Use neem oil or bio-pesticides as preventive measures.
• Pruning: Remove damaged or lower leaves to improve air circulation and yield.

Harvesting

• Ready to harvest in 60–70 days after transplanting.
• Fruits should be medium-sized, shiny, and firm when harvested.
• Harvest every 2–3 days to encourage continuous fruiting.

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