Botanical profile
Eggplant Gretel
Latin name
Solanum melongena 'Gretel'
Type
Annual
Family
Solanaceae
A miniature white variety , very early and perfect for small spaces or growing in pots. It produces numerous fine, tender, and bitter-free fruits, even when harvested a little larger. Its glossy white skin and generous production make it a popular choice for gourmet gardeners and those who love diversity in the vegetable garden.
Care guide
Growing conditions
Light, soil, water and hardiness
Hardiness zone
Grown as an annual (zone 10+ as a perennial)
Exposure
Full sun
Watering
Vegetable garden and yield
Companion planting, spacing and harvest
Companion plants
Plants to avoid
Spacing
Harvest period
The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.
