Petch Siam Thai Eggplant
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Petch Siam Thai Eggplants are small, green-striped 2-inch round eggplants are grown in the sun-kissed fields of Thailand. These eggplants boast a delightful balance of mild sweetness and subtle bitterness and their firm flesh provides a satisfying texture that holds up during cooking. Thai eggplants absorb flavors of the spices and sauces they're cooked with fragrant Thai basil, fiery chili, savory soy sauce, and other traditional Thai ingredients. Whether you're preparing a classic Thai curry, stir-frying a medley of vegetables, or experimenting with fusion recipes, these eggplants add a burst of flavor and visual appeal. Thai Eggplant makes an excellent supplement to vegetarian and vegan diets. It boasts a variety of health benefits, including high amounts of dietary fiber, potassium, and B vitamins.
Also Known As: Green Eggplant, Round Eggplant, Baby Eggplant, Small Eggplant, Southeast Asian Indian Eggplant, Aubergine, Nellore Brinjal, Ratna, Bharta, Melanzana, Melongene, Guinea Squash, Makhuea
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| Plant Name: |
Eggplant, Petch Siam |
| Latin Name: |
Solanum melongena or Solanum ovigerum or Solanum trongum |
| Days to Germinate: | 7-14 |
| Days to Harvest: | 55 |
| Germination Rate: | 90% |
| Test Date: | 3/24 |
| Growth Habit: | Bush |
| USDA Zones: | 5-12 |
| Lifespan: | Annual |
| Brand: | TomorrowSeeds |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| GMO: | No |
| Pollination: |
Heirloom, Open-Pollinated |
| Fungicide-Treated Seeds*: | No |
| Seeds Packed For**: | 2025 |
*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.
Planting Instructions:
Soil Preparation:
Remove large weeds, large rocks, and litter from the planting area. Spade the soil 6-10 inches deep and turn each shovel of soil over completely to till soil. Eggplant prefers well-drained, fertile, sandy loam soils with a pH between 5.5 and 7.2. You may add fertilizer (see "Fertilizing" below) or organic material such as compost, leaves, or rotted hay over planting area at this point. The higher the organic matter content of the soil the better, so it may be beneficial to incorporate a 3-4 inch layer of compost if possible.Planting:
Although eggplant can be seeded directly into the garden, it may be better for beginner gardeners to use transplants. For transplants, start seeds 6-8 weeks indoors before transplanting outside. Seeds may germinate more quickly, in 5-7 days, if kept at 86 degrees and may take up to 14 days if germinated at 65 degrees F. Eggplant is a tropical plant so it is sensitive to cold and should not be planted outside until after all risk of frost has passed and daytime temperatures are at least 65 degrees F. The plants will grow to 2-4 feet upright bushes so space transplants 2 - 2 1/2 feet apart. To direct sow, make 1/2 inch deep holes spaced 2 - 2 1/2 feet apart in raised beds down rows 2-4 feet apart, then plant 6-8 seeds in each hole. Cover thinly with soil and water after planting.| Planting Depth: | 1/2 inch |
| Within-Row Spacing: |
2 - 2 1/2 feet |
| Between-Row Spacing: |
2-4 feet |
Care During the Season:
Harvesting:
Nutrition Facts:
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| Calories 20 |
| % Daily Value* | |
| Total Fat 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat 0 g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat 0.1 g | |
| Monounsaturated fat 0 g | |
| Cholesterol 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2 mg | 0% |
| Potassium 188 mg | 5% |
| Total Carbohydrate 4.8 g | 1% |
| Dietary fiber 2.5 g | 10% |
| Sugar 2.9 g | |
| Protein 0.8 g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 0% | Vitamin C | 3% |
| Calcium | 0% | Iron | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0% | Vitamin B-6 | 5% |
| Cobalamin | 0% | Magnesium | 2% |
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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. |
