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Aubergine White

Solanum melongena 'White'

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A striking ornamental aubergine variety that produces elongated white fruits with tender, mild flesh and fewer seeds than purple varieties. This heat-loving plant requires warm conditions and consistent care to produce a bountiful harvest. The white fruits are visually striking and excellent for cooking, with a slightly sweeter flavor profile than traditional purple aubergines.

Common Problems

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Care Guide

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Light

Full sun; requires 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal fruit production

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Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; water deeply 2–3 times per week depending on temperature and rainfall

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Soil

Rich, well-draining soil with pH 6.0–6.8; amend with compost or aged manure before planting

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Fertiliser

Feed every 2–3 weeks with balanced fertilizer (NPK 10-10-10) or tomato fertilizer once flowering begins; provide calcium to prevent blossom-end rot

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Temperature

Thrives between 70–85°F (21–29°C); sensitive to cold; avoid temperatures below 60°F (15°C)

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Humidity

Prefers moderate to high humidity (60–70%); provide good air circulation to prevent disease

Toxicity

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Fruit is safe when cooked; raw fruit and plant foliage contain trace alkaloids but are not typically harmful in normal consumption

Common Diseases

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Seasonal Care

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Resume regular watering and feeding as growth picks up.

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Peak growing season. Water and feed regularly.

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Reduce watering as growth slows. Stop heavy feeding.

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Minimal watering and feeding. Protect from frost if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does White Aubergine taste different from purple varieties?

It has tender, mild flesh with fewer seeds and a slightly sweeter flavor profile than traditional purple aubergines — the elongated white fruits are visually striking and cook similarly.

How much calcium does Aubergine White need to prevent blossom-end rot?

Provide calcium once flowering begins alongside regular fertilizing every 2–3 weeks — inconsistent calcium uptake, often from uneven watering, is the main driver of blossom-end rot in this heat-loving plant.