What varieties of eggplants are best to plant and grow in the Moscow region in open ground and greenhouses

To facilitate the process of growing crops, producers develop species that are adapted to planting conditions. It’s up to the summer resident to choose from the best varieties of eggplant for greenhouses in the Moscow region.

Eggplants for the Moscow region, what are the features and requirements for characteristics

Plants are demanding of heat and light, so planting in the Moscow region at first glance seems impossible. Breeders have bred species that can bear fruit under conditions of temporary temperature drops and short, short warm periods of summer.

The most important condition for successful cultivation of a crop is the use of seedling planting method. Direct sowing into the ground is not practical. To correctly select the varietal assortment, you should consider only varieties that ripen early; mid-ripening varieties are at most suitable. In open ground, the later ones do not have time to ripen and will be destroyed by the first autumn frosts.

Eggplants for open ground

When selecting species for planting in unprotected beds, you should consider some signs:

1. The selected type must be immune to temperature changes.
2. The plant should set fruit regardless of accompanying factors, prolonged rains or lack of sun.
3. Select low-growing species; they are easier to cover in case of cold weather.
4. Choose among varieties with short daylight hours.

It is better to grow the crop in seedlings, as the growing season is greatly reduced and the crop ripens much earlier.

Agate F1

The plant requires regular watering and fertilizing. Afraid of frost.

Description:

• low bushes;
• ready for use on the 110th day;
• harvest volume 6.5-6.9 kg per 1 m²;
• The hue of the eggplant skin is deep purple;
• cylinder shape;
• vegetable weight 250 g;
• the flesh inside is white;
• does not taste bitter;
• are used for immediate use, without any procedures.

This variety of eggplant is difficult to grow and requires attention and careful care.

Albatross

When growing Albatross eggplants, there will be no problems with TMV and VOM diseases. The variety is not susceptible to their pathogens. But it requires close attention when carrying out preventive treatments against other diseases. The use of chemicals is advisable only before flowering; then it is recommended to use traditional methods of control.

Description:

• low bushes grow up to 70 cm;
• ready for use on the 120th day;
• harvest volume 9 kg per 1 m²;
• The hue of eggplant skin is deep purple;
• pear-shaped;
• vegetable weight 350 g;
• the flesh inside is greenish;
• They don't taste bitter.

Timely implementation of the necessary work to care for a growing plant will give a stable, declared harvest. The seeds of the variety are collected independently, since Albatross is not a hybrid.

Robin Hood

A good variety for training beginners; it does not require special care. The harvest is stable and not capricious. Early ripening allows harvesting from mid-July.

Characteristics:

• grows up to 55-60 cm;
• ready for use on the 90th day;
• harvest volume 5.5-6 kg per 1 m²;
• the shade of eggplant skin is lilac;
• barrel shape;
• vegetable weight 300 g, length 20 cm, diameter 8 cm;
• the flesh inside is white;
• They don't taste bitter.

Used for any method of preparing cold appetizers, main courses and winter preparations. In addition, it is valued by summer residents for its high resistance to diseases.

Giselle F1

A hybrid adapted to the unstable climate conditions of the Moscow region. Features and positive properties include the ability of plants to tolerate heat and drought.

Characteristics:

• grows up to 1.25 m;
• ready for use on the 115th day;
• harvest volume 9 kg per 1 m²;
• The shade of eggplant skin is dark purple;
• cylinder shape;
• vegetable weight 400 g, length 30 cm, diameter 7 cm;
• the flesh inside is white;
• They don't taste bitter.

Self-collected planting material does not retain the parental genes. Cut vegetables are stored for 45 days without damage or loss of presentable appearance. The taste doesn't change either.

Mirval F1

Plants of this hybrid have high field health. Excellent taste makes eggplant a favorite for many summer residents.

Description:

• grows up to 1 m;
• ready for use on the 55th day after the plants start growing in the beds;
• harvest volume 5-6 kg per 1 m²;
• The shade of eggplant skin is almost black;
• elongated shape;
• vegetable weight 400 g, length 22 cm, diameter 10 cm;
• the pulp inside is light;
• They don't taste bitter.

The setting is stable, the collected fruits tolerate transportation well and retain their commercial characteristics for a long time.

King of the North

The species is adapted for distribution in areas where farming is quite risky. Adapted to difficult weather conditions. It is not afraid of frost, but cannot tolerate heat.

Description

• grows up to 60-65 cm;
• ready for use on the 120th day;
• harvest volume 15 kg per 1 m²;
• the hue of eggplant skin is purple;
• cylinder shape;
• vegetable weight 300 g, length 40 cm, diameter 10 cm;
• the flesh inside is white;
• They don't taste bitter.

There are no thorns at all. This makes harvesting vegetables easier. Planting only by seedlings, it is recommended to mulch the soil. Too long fruits begin to rot after contact with the ground.

Snow

White-fruited eggplant, characterized by excellent productivity. Immune to TMV, a common crop disease.

Characteristic:

• grows up to 90 cm;
• ready for use on the 105th day;
• harvest volume 8 kg per 1 m²;
• the shade of eggplant skin is white;
• oblong shape;
• vegetable weight 350 g, length 20 cm, diameter 6 cm;
• the pulp inside is light;
• They don't taste bitter.

Unusual in appearance, the fruits will decorate any dish. And being picky in care will allow you to get healthy and tasty vegetables without much effort.

Taste of mushrooms

Breeders never tire of surprising sophisticated gourmets. They create new varieties that amaze the imagination. Type The taste of mushrooms is special because its pulp is similar in taste to mushrooms.

Description:

• grows up to 80 cm;
• ready for use on the 105th day;
• harvest volume 6.5 kg per 1 m²;
• the shade of eggplant skin is white;
• drop shape;
• vegetable weight 200 g, length 10-15 cm, diameter 4-6 cm;
• the pulp inside is light;
• They don't taste bitter.

The scope of use of the vegetable is wide; fresh salads, cold appetizers, hot dishes and winter preparations are prepared from it.

Eggplant varieties for greenhouses

Planting indoors makes the gardener’s task a little easier. This is achieved by stabilizing the temperature and a certain humidity. Plant growth proceeds at a measured pace, everything develops in a timely manner, ovaries form on time and fruits ripen.

The selection of varieties is also necessary according to certain criteria:

• daylight hours;
• cold resistance;
• and other characteristics important to an individual family.

Bagheera F1

High immunity to common crop diseases makes this hybrid popular among summer residents. Does not require special care.

Characteristic:

• grows up to 1.4 m;
• ready for use on the 115th day;
• harvest volume 3 kg per bush;
• the hue of eggplant skin is purple;
• cylinder shape;
• vegetable weight 250 g, length 20 cm, diameter 5 cm;
• the flesh inside is creamy;
• There is bitterness in the taste.

The Bagheera hybrid does not tolerate low and high temperatures; this problem will not be so acute in a greenhouse.Compact bushes take up little space.

Caviar F1

An excellent hybrid, resistant to diseases and suitable for a variety of dishes using it. Can be used for any kitchen table masterpiece.

Description:

• grows up to 80 cm;
• ready for use on the 125th day;
• harvest volume 7 kg per 1 m²;
• The shade of eggplant skin is dark purple;
• pear-shaped;
• vegetable weight 350 g, length 18 cm, diameter 8 cm;
• the pulp inside is light;
• There is no bitter taste and there are no seeds.

Compliance with planting rules and timely implementation of agrotechnical techniques will help to obtain a record harvest.

Black Prince

Another great job by the producers of new varieties. The developed variety of the crop is undemanding to the composition of the soil, unpretentious, and has the ability to quickly form ovaries.

Characteristic:

• grows up to 60 cm;
• ready for use on the 115th day;
• harvest volume 8 kg per 1 m²;
• The hue of eggplant skin is deep purple;
• curved cylinder shape;
• vegetable weight 350 g, length 20 cm, diameter 7 cm;
• the flesh inside is greenish;
• They don't taste bitter.

There are no thorns, which greatly simplifies the work of collecting vegetables. The productive type of crop Black Prince allows you to collect your own planting material.

Donetsk fruitful

This early-ripening variety is relatively resistant to Fusarium wilt. Undemanding in care, it is rapidly gaining recognition among summer residents.

Description:

• grows up to 50 cm;
• ready for use on the 130th day;
• harvest volume 5.5 kg per 1 m²;
• the hue of eggplant skin is purple;
• oblong shape;
• vegetable weight 130 g, length 20 cm, diameter 7 cm;
• the pulp inside is light;
• They don't taste bitter.

To grow eggplants of the Donetsk fruitful variety, you won’t have to face any difficulties.There is no need to do anything special; only standard agrotechnical practices are performed.

Hippopotamus

High-yielding hybrid, suitable for growing in a greenhouse. The plant has thorns and should be harvested with caution.

Characteristic:

• grows up to 1.5 m;
• ready for use on the 115th day;
• harvest volume 17.5 kg per 1 m²;
• The shade of eggplant skin is dark purple;
• pear-shaped;
• vegetable weight 350 g, length 18 cm, diameter 8 cm;
• the flesh inside is beige;
• They don't taste bitter.

Following all the requirements for care and cultivation, 5-6 kg of vegetables are harvested from 1 bush.

Lolita

The species is high-yielding and is recommended for planting in protected ground, as it absolutely does not tolerate wind and cold weather. With proper care it produces record yields. A special feature of the variety is its ability to grow in any soil composition.

Description:

• grows up to 2.7 m;
• ready for use on the 110th day;
• harvest volume 5 kg per 1 m²;
• the hue of eggplant skin is purple;
• oblong shape;
• vegetable weight 300 g, length 25 cm, diameter 7 cm;
• the flesh inside is creamy;
• They don't taste bitter.

The volume of Lolita's harvest depends on the climatic characteristics of the growing region and the correct implementation of agrotechnical care techniques.

Baikal F1

The vegetable ripens quite early, in addition, it has high immunity. Therefore, preventive treatment is not required. The plant is so unpretentious that caring for it consists of timely watering and fertilizing.

Characteristics:

• grows up to 1.2 m;
• ready for use on the 110th day;
• harvest volume 8 kg per 1 m²;
• The shade of eggplant skin is dark purple;
• pear-shaped;
• vegetable weight 300 g, length 20 cm, diameter 6 cm;
• the flesh inside is white;
• They don't taste bitter.

A garter to the supports is recommended.The plant itself is not able to withstand the heavy weight of the fruit. Vegetables are suitable for any method of preparation; the preparation of hot dishes and snacks is dictated by the fact that the fruits are not bitter and have an excellent taste.

Fat gentleman

The uniqueness of its appearance makes the variety popular among lovers of unusual vegetables. Fruit sets when there is a temperature difference.

Description:

• grows up to 1 m;
• ready for use on the 120th day;
• harvest volume 8 kg per 1 m²;
• The hue of eggplant skin is deep purple;
• ball shape;
• vegetable weight 200 g, length 16 cm, diameter 12 cm;
• the pulp inside is light and dense;
• They don't taste bitter.

The plants are unpretentious, but require obligatory gartering to supports.

Vikar

The plant calmly tolerates minor cold snaps, the ovaries do not fall off, and the plant continues to set new ones. It has no special care requirements; it is enough to take into account the advice of experienced summer residents and actively apply them in practice.

Characteristic:

• grows up to 1 m;
• ready for use on the 115th day;
• harvest volume 4.8 kg per 1 m²;
• The shade of eggplant skin is light purple;
• pear-shaped;
• vegetable weight 150 g, length 20 cm, diameter 7 cm;
• the flesh inside is light green;
• They don't taste bitter.

Widely used in preparing various dishes. The use of vegetables in cooking depends on the imagination and skills of the housewife. There are few thorns on the bushes, it is advisable to take precautions when harvesting.

Alenka

Recommended for growing in protected soil; under other planting conditions the fruits become smaller. The original color makes the variety popular among lovers of unusual vegetables.

Description:

• grows up to 70 cm;
• ready for use on the 105th day;
• harvest volume 7 kg per 1 m²;
• The tint of eggplant skin is greenish;
• cylinder shape;
• vegetable weight 350 g, length 15 cm, diameter 6 cm;
• the pulp inside is light green, dense;
• They don't taste bitter.

Plants of the Alenka species require staking and formation, but otherwise the care is no different from other vegetable crops. Regular watering stimulates high fruit set.

Northern blues

Bushes form ovaries under conditions of temporary temperature changes. Vegetables have excellent taste, tender and dense.

Characteristics:

• grows up to 1.7 m;
• ready for use on the 105th day;
• harvest volume 4.5 kg per 1 m²;
• The shade of eggplant skin is dark lilac;
• pear-shaped;
• vegetable weight 250 g, length 13 cm, diameter 6 cm;
• the flesh inside is beige, medium-dense;
• They don't taste bitter.

The high yield volume and unpretentiousness are adding more and more admirers to this variety.

Which variety to choose

The right choice depends on how the crop will be grown. For greenhouses and open ground, early and medium varieties are chosen. It is best not to plant late varieties, as their cultivation is impractical. The first autumn frosts will destroy the entire crop, preventing it from reaching technical maturity.

The main signs that must be present are:

• resistance to low temperatures;
• short growing season.

The remaining properties of the varieties are selected at the request of the summer resident. Breeders are developing special early ripening varieties with a growing season of 85-90 days:

• Dwarf early.
• King of the North and other varieties.

If you choose among hybrids, then in addition to the listed characteristics, productivity, unpretentiousness, high immunity and other important characteristics are added.

How to grow eggplant seedlings for the Moscow region

This is a complex process, but if you delve into all the details, then planting seeds for seedlings will not cause any difficulties. Ready-made plants are purchased from hand.But it is best to grow seedlings yourself.

First of all, prepare the soil and planting material. The land must be fertile, the composition is as follows:

1. 1 part of turf land;
2. 1 part river sand with silt;
3. 2 parts humus.

Everything is thoroughly mixed, the finished mixture is filled with containers in which the seedlings will be grown. Eggplants have a root system that is easily injured. Due to damage to the roots, the plants will become sick or completely dry out.

It is recommended to sow planting material directly into containers. Take disposable ones or use peat pots. Then the plant experiences virtually no stress after being moved to a permanent location. Seeds are checked for germination before sowing. To do this, take a small part and wrap it in gauze.

Keep it constantly moist, and after 4-5 days check the number of sprouted plants. If it is less than 50%, it is not advisable to sow such seeds; if it is more, then the planting material is suitable for sowing.

The timing of planting seeds for seedlings is the second ten days of February - the first ten days of March. The sowing depth is 1-2 cm, then the containers are covered with glass or covered with polyethylene. Place for germination in a dark, warm place. After the shoots emerge, place them in the sun and keep the soil moist all the time. At first, use a spray bottle for watering. If there is a lack of sunlight, additional illumination is provided. Only 12-14 hours a day. For plants with short daylight hours, provide additional lighting for no longer than 12 hours a day. To support, water 1-2 times with growth stimulants or complex fertilizers.

Growing eggplants in a greenhouse and open ground

Growing a crop seems difficult at first glance. In fact, there shouldn't be any problems.Moreover, this applies not only to beginners, but also to experienced vegetable growers.

Seedlings are planted in the greenhouse in the second ten days of May. It should be planted in open ground in late May - early June. Despite the fact that the crop develops and grows better in a greenhouse, not all summer residents have the opportunity to buy or install it on their site.

But eggplants also grow in the fresh air; arches are built over them with polyethylene stretched over them. This protects against drafts and nighttime temperature drops. When growing crops in a greenhouse, prepare the soil in advance; it is advisable to do this in the fall. The soil is enriched with mineral fertilizers, humus and wood ash.

When to Harvest

It all depends on the variety being grown. Different ripening periods, size and color of the vegetable make it difficult to clearly define a ripe fruit. Early varieties are picked 2-3 weeks after the flowers appear. But such fruits are not very tasty. The variety exhibits excellent taste characteristics only at the stage of technical maturity.

The fruits are picked once every 5 days, this will provoke the appearance of new ovaries on the bushes. The richer the glossy shine, the riper the vegetables.

Harvesting is dictated by a specific purpose. If a vegetable is needed for preparing a dish or preparing food for the winter, technically mature specimens are used. If it is necessary to collect planting material, then wait until biological maturity.

How to determine the technical maturity of fruits is difficult to answer unambiguously, since different varieties ripen differently. It is important to follow the deadline given by the manufacturer. And then only if the plants did not get sick and did not stop growing for some time.The lowest fruits ripen first, then, gradually moving upward, the rest ripen. The harvested crop is stored for several months, again depending on the type of crop.

Carefully selected specimens should be stored in boxes with straw or parchment paper. Install them in a dark, cool room with a constant temperature.

Mistakes of inexperienced gardeners

Mistakes are made not only by beginners, but also by those summer residents who have been growing crops on their plot for years. Anyone can make mistakes in their work:

1. Planting seedlings in the ground. When they wanted, they transplanted it. This is wrong; 60-day-old seedlings will give a full harvest. Its quantity will be as close as possible to the declared indicators.
2. Violation of the root system. Picking or transplanting into containers from which the plants are then torn out leads to damage to the roots. After this, the transplanted seedling gets sick for a long time and begins to lag in growth.
3. Undesirable neighborhood. Growing in beds next to tomatoes and potatoes. Plants oppress each other and generously share diseases and pests.
4. Improper loosening. When providing oxygen access to the root system, it is important not to overdo it. If you loosen the soil too deeply, the delicate roots will be damaged. The plant stops growing and begins to hurt. The bush may die.
5. Correct formation. Removing excess shoots means that the remaining fruits receive more nutrition. As a result, tasty, large eggplants grow.

Planting crops in the Moscow region is not a difficult task. You need to acquire a greenhouse or build one yourself. Plant the seeds for seedlings and, following standard techniques, take good care of the eggplants.In return, the plants will give the full harvest declared by the manufacturers.