Characteristics of an eggplant variety Samurai Sword
The people call eggplants "blue". Eggplant Samurai sword got its name from its external resemblance to the blade of Japanese warriors. The variety is young and only recently appeared on the seed market, so it is especially interesting for all gardeners.
Characteristics of an eggplant variety Samurai Sword
Features of the variety
Eggplant Samurai Sword was bred specifically for the temperate climate of the Moscow region and Central regions. The variety ripens quickly and bears fruit for a long time, up to the first frost. The variety is relatively resistant to pests and diseases.
Description of the bush
The bush reaches 60 cm in height, the color of the stems is green. Large leaves protect the plant from excessive sunlight.
Description of the fetus
Description of fruits:
- length about 20 cm, and diameter 6 - 7 cm;
- deep purple color;
- ripe fruit weight is about 200 g;
- the shape is elongated, more curved, unlike other varieties of eggplant;
- the flesh is white, there are practically no seeds, and the skin is thin.
Plant care
Great yield with proper care
To get strong and fruitful plants, it is worth taking care of the seedlings. An important factor is the availability of light and warmth during the day, and a slight coolness at night. Therefore, take care of a suitable place for seedlings at night. When it reaches a height of 15 - 20 cm, it can be planted in a greenhouse or under a film. Although this variety is allowed to be planted on open ground. In this case, you should not bury the seeds deeper than 1 cm.
Watering
Like regular eggplants, this variety loves warmth, moisture and light.
However, the Samurai Sword is resistant to vascular wilting, heat and short-term drought, but a long-term violation of the irrigation regime affects the yield. The time from germination of plants to ripening is about 110 - 120 days. Breeders promise a high yield that is easy to harvest because there are no sharp thorns on the calyx. Eggplants ripen "together" (that is, at the same time), with several fruits per cluster. This is especially convenient on an industrial scale.
Top dressing
Before planting, use organic fertilizers that are suitable for eggplant. And during growth, it is necessary to remove weeds in the garden.
Bush formation
The most favorable time for sowing ordinary eggplant is closer to summer, and the Samurai Sword can be planted earlier, because it is relatively resistant to temperatures. A good time to plant this variety is mid-May. Once placed in the soil, the plant will soon bloom. It is worth paying close attention to the type of soil: it must be loose and moist for the seedlings to start.
Diseases and pests
Immunity against the Colorado potato beetle and spider mite is noted. This culture shows much less resistance to diseases than to pests. Eggplant affects the following diseases:
- black spot;
- mosaic spotting.
Both diseases are dangerous and threaten the death of all seedlings. There are no reliable remedies for the treatment of such diseases, and therefore, at the first appearance of spots, the infected bushes must be immediately removed and destroyed.
Prophylaxis
The best prevention against diseases and pests will be pre-treatment of seeds with a manganese solution. It is useful to process the acquired seedlings. For this, several crystals of manganese are added to 5 liters of liquid (the solution should acquire a pale pink color). With a ready-made solution, they simply spray the bushes immediately after planting in the ground.
Conclusion
A new variety of eggplant Samurai Sword is a godsend for a temperate climate. Now this delicious vegetable is grown not only in the South. The hybrid Samurai sword is becoming more and more popular every year. Many gardeners choose this variety because of its weather resistance, good taste and ease of maintenance. Consumers love its taste and high yield.