Eggplant Striped

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(Solanum Melongena ?Tsakoniki?)

An attractive perennial shrub with colourful, striped, purple fruit that is very popular with southern Greek communities.

Growing Tips

Plant in well-drained but moist soil in a sunny aspect. Avoid frosty areas.

Use

Use in curries and stews. Also excellent baked as a sidedish or by itself. Marinade in olive oil and mixed herbs then slow bake or fry as a steak, Slice then rub with salt and garlic. Bake, then place in olive oil and serve?as antipasto.

Herb Attributes

Harvest Harvest when fruit is in full and firm ? usually after mid summer.
Position Full sun
Height 60cm
Width 50cm
Lifespan Perennial
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