Quantity
About 100 seeds
Exposure
Sun
Discover the plant
Family
Nightshades
Type
Fruit
Cycle
Annual
Organic Sunberry nightshade is an original annual that first intrigues with its small, almost black purplish-blue fruits, then seduces with its ease of cultivation and astonishing generosity in the vegetable garden. With its bushy and compact habit, Solanum retroflexum easily finds its place among summer crops, where it brings an unusual touch both by its foliage and its abundant fruiting. Its clusters of matte berries evolve discreetly throughout the season, offering the curious gardener a singular harvest to transform into homemade treats. Easy to grow, it thrives in various types of soil, provided it receives good sunlight and adequate drainage. Its rapid growth and good adaptability make it an interesting plant for beginner gardeners as well as for lovers of old or little-known varieties. In the garden, it integrates harmoniously with companion solanaceous plants, while bringing welcome diversity to late summer harvests. Its edible fruits, once well ripened and preferably cooked, are particularly appreciated in jams, pies and other sweet preparations. Productive, easy and full of character, Sunberry nightshade deserves a special place in vegetable gardens that like to think outside the box.
Planting guide
From plantingto establishment.
Planting depth
0.2 in (0.5 cm)
Establishment temperature
20 to 25 °C (68 to 77 °F)
Establishment time
7 to 14 days
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Exposure
Sun
Soil
Well drained
Watering
Moderate
Container growing
A controlledenvironment.
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Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodJune to August
HarvestAugust to September
Garden associations
What to plantwith it.
Good companionsTomatoes, peppers, eggplants
Avoid planting withPotatoes
Jams, tarts, desserts, baking
