Eggplant is a vegetable that is unlike any other. This is probably why it was previously grown as an ornamental plant. Eggplant came to us from eastern countries, but at first it appeared only on the tables of nobles and was an exotic delicacy. Now eggplant is popular all over the world. Residents of the East assure that eating eggplants is a guarantee of longevity. Its rich color and specific taste make the vegetable stand out against the background of other autumn-summer plants. It contains many vitamins and minerals and is a component of many diets. It is not only pleasant to eat, but also very easy to grow.
“Black Prince” is a developed variety of eggplant. When creating it, all sorts of factors affecting fertility and resistance to diseases were taken into account. He won the love of gardeners with his unpretentiousness, rapid development of fruits and taste. In the photo you can see what the fruits of the Black Prince eggplant look like.
Its fruits ripen quite quickly and have very high yields. In addition, you will be surprised by the pleasant taste of the Black Prince eggplant variety. The shape of eggplants is slightly ribbed, the length can reach up to 25 cm, and the weight is about a kilogram. The ripe fruit of the Black Prince is deep purple in color, and the stem is purple-black, which distinguishes the variety from other species. There are few seeds inside, and the flesh is a pleasant light yellow color.Of course, like all eggplants, it has a slightly bitter taste, but skillful housewives know how to get rid of it quickly and easily, using ordinary salt. Black Prince eggplant fruits are suitable for canning, are well stored and transported.
Growing
You can buy seeds in special stores or collect them yourself. We immerse the seeds half a centimeter deep into a prepared container with soil and peat and cover with film. Until the first seeds germinate, keep the seedlings in a warm place.
But when the first eggplant sprouts appear, we take it out into the daylight. At night, the seedlings need to be covered with black film.
It is necessary to remove seedlings from boxes very carefully so as not to damage the root system and stem. Such eggplants will grow much slower than others and may not produce the desired harvest. Before planting, it is advisable to fertilize the soil with humus or peat. You can make small depressions around the plant itself, so that when watering, water will better reach the root.
So it’s better to plant potatoes, tomatoes and peppers separately.
A greenhouse with eggplants must be ventilated very carefully, as these plants are picky about temperature changes. Warmth, sunlight and regular watering are all you need for a good and rich harvest. After 3–4 months of such care, the eggplant fruits will fully ripen. You can determine the ripeness of the Black Prince by external signs. The fruit should be rich in color and have shiny skin.As a rule, about a month passes from the appearance of a flower to full ripening. You should not keep them on the stem for too long, as this will cause new fruits to grow more slowly and become tasteless and bitter. If the tail of the eggplant has reached 2 cm, it can already be cut off.
To extend the shelf life of the fruits, immediately after you have picked them, it is better to pack them in plastic bags and leave them in a cold and dark room. But the temperature must be at least +4 °C.
Useful properties of the Black Prince variety
When fresh, Black Prince eggplants contain almost 90% water, a small amount of fat and protein, and even less sugar. This combination is ideal for those who are afraid for their figure. They also contain vitamins important for immunity, such as vitamin A (antioxidant, promotes normal metabolism), C (has anti-inflammatory and antiallergic effects), B1 (important for the nervous system), B2 (participates in the metabolism of fats, proteins and carbohydrates in the body ). The energy value of eggplant is only 22 kcal/100 g. This miracle vegetable prevents heart disease and cleanses blood vessels from cholesterol, thanks to the huge amount of fiber. In addition, it has a beneficial effect on digestion and improves metabolic processes. Strengthens the body as a whole and helps fight infections, has a positive effect on the condition of bones.
It is worth noting that only ripe and heat-treated fruits have such beneficial properties. Raw vegetables contain solanine, which is toxic and dangerous to your health (can cause poisoning). But there is no need to be afraid; when cooked, eggplants are not dangerous, but, on the contrary, very healthy.It is not recommended for consumption only by young children, pregnant women and those who have problems with the liver, kidneys and pancreas, as this is quite a heavy food.
Eggplants go very well with dishes with fatty meat; they help the body digest it and neutralize excess cholesterol.
Reviews
Let's move from theory to practice and see how this variety has proven itself in practice. After all, manufacturers can declare a lot about their product, but it is better to listen to those who have already personally tried to grow the “Black Prince”.
As you can see, almost all reviews about Black Prince eggplants are positive. Consumers are satisfied with their choice and enjoy the rich harvest of vegetables. This is one of the few cases when everything is just fine both in theory and in practice!
Let's sum it up
If you have been thinking for a long time about what vegetables to plant in your greenhouse, then this article will help you with your choice. Eggplant Prince has proven itself well in practice. And thanks to the growing instructions, you can quickly get a rich harvest that will delight both you and your loved ones.
