The Pusa Purple Cluster aubergine variety is an early ripening and highly productive variety, originally from India, known for its distinctive elongated violet fruits. The compact plants produce clusters of small to medium-sized aubergines with smooth, glossy skin, and a tender creamy texture making them ideal for grilling, roasting, or using in Mediterranean dishes. The Purple Cluster aubergine thrives in sunny, well-drained soil. we loved these aubergines cubed with the skin on and sautéed with garlic and coriander. If you love aubergines and are looking for an early ripening variety, this is one for you. Seeds grown and seed saved in Cork, Ireland.
Scientific Name: Solanum melongena
Plant Life Cycle: Annual
Optimal Germination Temperature: 20-22°C
Germination time in days: 7-21 Days
Indicative Days to maturity: 140 days
Sunlight: Full sun
Soil requirement: Well-drained, medium-heavy, nutrient-rich soil
Sowing and cultivation: Sow from January to February under heated shelter at a temperature of 20-22C. Transplant in polytunnel when temperatures are warm enough,
