Grow authentic Thai Eggplant Petch Siam at home with these premium vegetable seeds. Known for their round, green-striped fruits and crisp, slightly bitter flavor, these eggplants are perfect for traditional Thai dishes, curries, stir-fries, and fresh consumption. Ideal for vegetable patches and home gardens.
Features:
- Non-GMO seeds for safe and sustainable gardening.
- High germination rate ensures a productive harvest.
- Compact to medium bushy plants suitable for backyard gardens and containers.
- Produces round, green-striped Thai eggplants with excellent flavor.
- Resistant to common eggplant pests and diseases.
Specifications:
- Scientific Name: Solanum melongena
- Variety: Petch Siam
- Season: Spring and Summer
- Zones: 9-11
- Plant Type: Bushy perennial (grown as annual in cooler climates)
- GMO/Organic Status: Non-GMO
- Sunlight Requirements: Full sun (6-8 hours per day)
- Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil with pH 5.5–6.5
- Sowing Depth: ¼–½ inch (0.6–1.3 cm)
- Row Spacing: 24-36 inches (60–90 cm)
- Plant Spacing: 18-24 inches (45–60 cm) apart
- Germination Time: 7-14 days
- Days to Harvest: 70-85 days from transplanting
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, avoid waterlogging
Planting Guide:
- Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost.
- Sow seeds ¼–½ inch deep in seed trays or small pots with nutrient-rich, well-draining soil.
- Transplant seedlings outdoors after the last frost, spacing plants 18–24 inches apart.
- Provide full sun and support plants with stakes if necessary.
- Harvest eggplants when fruits are firm, round, and about 2–3 inches in diameter.
Benefits:
- Easy-to-grow, high-yield seeds suitable for home gardens and containers.
- Produces authentic Thai eggplants ideal for traditional dishes and fresh use.
- Compact bushy plants perfect for small vegetable patches or raised beds.
