{"product_id":"nellore-green-bharta-eggplant-seeds","title":"Eggplant Nellore Green Bhartha | Indian Green Brinjal","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNellore Green Bharta Eggplant\u003c\/strong\u003e · Heirloom · Open-Pollinated · Non-GMO · Origin: Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, South India\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Name: \u003cem\u003eSolanum melongena\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit Color: Green with pale white striping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit Shape: Oval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAverage Fruit Weight: 70–80 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDays to Harvest: ~60–65 days from transplant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun Requirement: Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing Season: Warm Season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInternational \u0026amp; Regional Names\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTelugu:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vankaya\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHindi:\u003c\/strong\u003e Baingan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTamil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kathirikai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKannada:\u003c\/strong\u003e Badanekayi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMalayalam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vazhuthananga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBengali:\u003c\/strong\u003e Begun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eggplant \/ Brinjal \/ Aubergine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Nellore Green Bharta?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic heirloom variety sourced directly from Nellore, Andhra Pradesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive green oval fruits with pale white striping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTender, versatile fruits averaging 70–80 grams — ideal for everyday cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat-loving and well suited for summer gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for garden beds, raised beds, and large containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-pollinated — save seeds from properly isolated plants for future seasons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreserves a culturally important South Indian vegetable tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCulinary Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAndhra-style Vankaya Curry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVankaya Fry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaingan Bharta\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStuffed Brinjal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrinjal Masala\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSambar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasted or Grilled Eggplant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed Vegetable Curries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart seeds indoors \u003cstrong\u003e8–10 weeks before last expected spring frost\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSowing Depth: 1\/4 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal Germination Temperature: 75–85°F (24–29°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical Germination: 7–14 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant outdoors only after all frost danger has passed and weather is consistently warm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarden off seedlings gradually before transplanting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Spacing: 24–30 inches apart; Full sun (6–8+ hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrow in fertile, well-draining soil enriched with compost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain consistent moisture, especially during flowering and fruit development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor containers: one plant per 5-gallon (or larger) container with good drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest when skin is \u003cstrong\u003ebright, smooth, firm, and glossy\u003c\/strong\u003e — do not allow to over-mature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut fruit with clean scissors or pruning shears; regular harvesting encourages continued production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat NOT To Do\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not transplant while frost risk remains or temperatures are still cool — eggplant needs daytime temps of 80–90°F and nights above 60–65°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not allow soil to repeatedly dry out completely then become waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not over-apply nitrogen — excessive vegetative growth reduces fruiting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not leave fruits on the plant until skin becomes dull — flavor and texture decline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not pull fruits from the plant — always cut to avoid damaging the stem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStake tall plants or use a cage — eggplant will fall over once loaded with fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinch out terminal growing points for a bushier plant; restrict to 5–6 fruits per plant for larger size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply to moisten soil at least 6 inches — moist but never soggy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch to conserve moisture and provide uniform soil conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply balanced fertilizer twice during the growing season; side-dress when first fruits reach quarter size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlea Beetles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most common pest; serious mainly on young seedlings — use row covers until plants are established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowdery Mildew:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in full sun with good air circulation; water at soil level, not on leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTomato Hornworms, Colorado Potato Beetles, Lace Bugs, Mites:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monitor and treat as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlower drop or no fruit set usually indicates temperatures are too cold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome gardeners growing South Indian or Indian-inspired vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooks who love authentic Andhra, Telugu, or South Indian cuisine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeed savers preserving heirloom and culturally significant varieties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSummer garden beds, raised beds, and large containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone discovering Indian vegetables for the first time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inheritedseeds.com\/pages\/download-guide-here\" title=\"Download Our Free Vegetable Growing Guide\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick here to download our free vegetable growing guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Inherited Seeds","offers":[{"title":"1 Pack (50+ seeds)","offer_id":47237287870637,"sku":"IS1164","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Pack (100+ seeds)","offer_id":47237287903405,"sku":null,"price":7.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Pack (150+ seeds)","offer_id":47237287936173,"sku":null,"price":11.37,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0531\/9134\/4301\/files\/2.png?v=1787183090","url":"https:\/\/inheritedseeds.com\/products\/nellore-green-bharta-eggplant-seeds","provider":"Inherited Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}