Long Black Eggplant Agrimax Seeds

Grow elegant, slender, glossy aubergines at home with Long Black Eggplant Agrimax Seeds from Souq Garden. This premium Agrimax variety (Solanum melongena) produces long, jet-black fruits with tender skin and creamy flesh — perfect for Asian, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern cuisine. Designed to thrive in warm climates, this variety is an excellent choice for UAE home gardeners growing in beds, raised planters, or large containers.

Why Long Black Eggplant Thrives in the UAE

Eggplant is a warm-season heat lover, and the UAE's long growing season from September to April offers ideal conditions. The slender Japanese-style fruits cook quickly, hold their shape beautifully when grilled, and produce continuously over several months. Grown locally, you enjoy fresher, tastier eggplants than imported produce can ever deliver.

Key Features and Specifications

• Botanical Name: Solanum melongena
• Brand: Agrimax Premium Seeds
• Fruit Length: 20–28 cm
• Fruit Colour: Glossy black-purple
• Germination Rate: 90%+
• Days to Maturity: 75–85 days from transplant
• Plant Height: 70–90 cm
• Best Sowing Time: August to January in the UAE

Care Guide

Sowing

Sow seeds 5–8 mm deep in seedling trays. Maintain soil temperature between 22–28°C for germination, which occurs in 7–14 days. Transplant when seedlings have 4–6 true leaves.

Light

Provide full sun, 6–8 hours daily. Choose the sunniest spot in your Dubai or Abu Dhabi garden.

Watering

Water deeply 3–4 times weekly. Use drip irrigation to keep foliage dry and reduce disease pressure.

Soil

Rich, well-draining loam with pH 6.0–6.8. Enrich generously with compost and organic matter.

Feeding

Apply balanced NPK every 14 days. Switch to high-potassium during flowering and fruiting.

Pruning and Support

Stake plants once they reach 30 cm. Remove suckers below the first flower cluster.

Best Uses

• Grilled and roasted eggplant dishes
• Asian stir-fries and tempura
• Mediterranean stews and ratatouille
• UAE villa vegetable gardens
• Large container gardening on balconies

Common Problems and Solutions

• Whiteflies: Use yellow sticky traps and weekly neem oil sprays.
• Flower drop: Provide afternoon shade during peak summer heat.
• Fruit borers: Apply Bt or spinosad spray at first signs.
• Yellowing leaves: Increase feeding and add compost top-dressing.

Why Buy from Souq Garden

Souq Garden is the UAE's leading online garden centre, supplying premium seeds, plants, and growing supplies to Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and Umm Al Quwain. Enjoy 48-hour delivery in Dubai, climate-tested seeds, and expert horticultural support.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I sow Long Black Eggplant in the UAE?

Sow between August and January for the best growing window.

How tall does the plant grow?

Mature plants reach 70–90 cm and benefit from staking.

How long until harvest?

Fruits are ready 75–85 days after transplanting healthy seedlings.

Can I grow it in containers?

Yes — use a 25-litre container per plant with rich potting mix.

How many fruits per plant?

Expect 8–12 slender fruits across the season.

Does Souq Garden deliver across the UAE?

Yes, we deliver to all seven Emirates — within 48 hours in Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and Umm Al Quwain, and on scheduled runs to Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah.