Eggplant Thai Long Green Vegetable Seeds

EGGPLANT ‘Thai Long Green’ Vegetable Seeds

Botanical Name: Solanum melongena

• Also known as Thai eggplant or ‘Makua Yao’.
• One of the best tasting and most tender eggplant varieties.
• This variety features elongated, glossy, light green fruits with a tender, mild flavor.
• Ideal for a range of dishes, including stir-fries, curries, and grilled preparations.
• Known for its high yield and extended fruiting season, making it a popular choice for home gardens.
• Thrives in warm climates and requires full sun for optimal growth.
• Produces firm, long fruits that can be harvested at various stages of maturity depending on culinary preference.
• Easy to grow in garden beds or large containers with well-drained, fertile soil.

Plant Details:

• Plant Type: Perennial in tropical regions, grown as an annual elsewhere

Sowing Information:

• Sow When:
  • Temperate: Spring (after the last frost)
  • Subtropical: Spring – Summer
  • Tropical: Year-round
  • Cool: Late spring – early summer (after frost danger has passed)
  • Arid: Spring – early summer
• Germination: 7–14 days @ 24–30°C
• Depth: 0.5–1 cm deep
• Position: Full sun
• Sow Where: Start indoors and transplant outdoors, or sow directly in garden beds or large containers
• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0
• Spacing: 60–90 cm between plants

Growing Tips:

• Pre-soak seeds for faster germination and use a heat mat to maintain ideal soil temperature.
• Harden off seedlings before transplanting to prevent transplant shock.
• Pinch off growing tips early to encourage a bushier shape and higher yields.
• Water consistently—especially during flowering and fruiting—to prevent bitterness and blossom drop.
• Mulch around the base to retain moisture, regulate soil temperature, and suppress weeds.
• Feed every 2–3 weeks with a potassium-rich fertiliser to support healthy fruit development.

Harvest:

60–80 days after sowing. Harvest when fruits are 15–20 cm long for peak flavor and tenderness. Picking regularly encourages more fruiting.

When to Sow Thai Long Green Eggplant in Your Climate