Eggplant Tsakoniki - Solanum melongena
7,30 zł
| Qty | Discount | Price / pc |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | – | 7,30 zł |
| 5 | 10% | 6,57 zł |
| 10 | 15% | 6,21 zł |
SHIPPING WITHIN 24H
Striped eggplant, straight from the Peloponnese. Tsakoniki is a traditional Greek eggplant variety with elongated, club-shaped fruits (approx. 17 × 8 cm), featuring white skin covered with purple streaks. Beneath it is delicate white flesh—decidedly milder than that of dark purple eggplants, without the characteristic bitterness. The fruits are harvested young, when they taste best.
Tsakoniki originates from the Leonidio region of the Peloponnese, where it has been cultivated for generations so widely that it even has its own festival. It differs from ordinary eggplants not only in appearance: the flesh is firm and very delicate in flavour, with few seeds and virtually no bitterness, so it does not need to be salted before frying. It is also rich in fibre, potassium, calcium and magnesium.
The plants are fairly compact and readily set fruit as long as they have warmth. In Central European conditions, they crop most reliably under plastic; outdoors, they perform well in warm years in a sunny, wind-sheltered position. The decorative striped effect comes free.
Sowing (first half of March, under cover): sow the seeds in pots or trays, approximately 1 cm deep, at a temperature of 24–26°C. Germination takes 10–14 days; eggplants need constant warmth to germinate, so a heating mat or a windowsill above a radiator works well.
Pricking out: when the first pair of true leaves appears, prick the seedlings out into pots or trays with 6–8 cm cells. Grow the seedlings in a bright place at 18–22°C and avoid overwatering.
Planting out (end of May): plant out after the last frosts, spacing plants 50–60 × 50 cm apart, in fertile, moisture-retentive soil. A plastic-covered bed or polytunnel is best; outdoors, choose the warmest spot in the garden and use dark mulch to warm the soil. In a container, it needs at least 15 l of growing medium.
Care: water regularly and generously, feed every 2 weeks with tomato fertiliser, and provide a stake when the fruit load becomes heavier. Harvest the fruits while unripe, when they are 12–17 cm long and have glossy skin—overripe fruits become spongy and the stripes fade. Regular harvesting encourages the plant to set more fruit.
Tsakoniki is an eggplant for stuffing—its elongated shape and firm flesh hold their form in the oven. It is also excellent on the grill in slices, breaded and fried, stewed with tomatoes, onion and garlic in the Greek style (imam bayildi, briam), and as a base for thick soups and spreads. Even people who are not fond of eggplant enjoy its delicate flavour.
Do not wait for the fruits to reach shop-size. Tsakoniki is at its best when young—12–15 cm long, with firm skin and distinct stripes. Such fruit has no bitterness and few seeds, while a plant harvested regularly will set twice as many fruits as one left to grow them to full size.
| Latin name | Solanum melongena |
|---|---|
| Variety | Tsakoniki |
| Fruit colour | white with purple streaks |
| Position | sunny, sheltered, under cover |
| Seasonality | annual plant |
| Sowing time | first half of March (under cover) |
| Planting-out time | end of May |
| Harvest time | August–September |
| Spacing | 50–60 × 50 cm |
| Net weight | 0.50 g (~100 seeds) |
| Series | Traditional |
| Producer | W. Legutko |
| EAN code | 5903837448050 |
W. Legutko
Solanum melongena
Yes, we ship to all countries in the European Union. The cost and delivery time depend on the destination country, the chosen shipping method, and current logistical conditions.
Cash on delivery is available in selected European Union countries. Available payment methods are always displayed during the checkout process, depending on the delivery country.
Instructions and guides on sowing and plant care can be found in the product descriptions and on our blog, where we regularly publish educational materials. Additionally, we include a printed instruction manual with every order.
Yes, all products offered by Mr.seed are legal and marketed in accordance with applicable regulations and the guidelines of phytosanitary institutions.
Our seeds come from trusted producers and direct sources around the world. We collaborate with plantations, botanical gardens, and experienced seed collectors.
We ship most orders on the same or next business day. During busy periods, such as peak season or holidays, processing time may extend up to 72 hours.
You can find an extensive database of answers on the full FAQ page, where we cover in detail topics such as orders, shipping, payments, cultivation, and products.
