A compact, high-yielding aubergine bred for its famously meaty texture and rounded, heavyweight fruits. ‘Meatball’ F1 produces glossy, deep purple globes with dense, tender flesh — ideal for grilling, roasting, and Mediterranean dishes. A reliable performer in UK conditions with excellent fruit set.
 
When to Sow: Jan- Mar
 
HOW TO SOW AUBERGINES: 
Sow in pots  filled with damp compost and just cover with a little soil . Ideal temp 21-30°C. Transplant into individual pots once large enough to handle. Requires min temp of 15°C for growing on so if growing outside wait until the weather warms, although best suited to greenhouse growing for the best results.

Plant out the following spring into final cropping position, into ground with plenty of well rotted manure and fertilizer. 
 
Classification: Half Hardy Annual
Germination Time: 2-3 weeks
Harvest Time: Jul - Sep
 
Site: Full Sun/ Sheltered Sun
Soil Type: Will grow in most soils
Soil Acidity: All Types
Moisture: Well drained
Care: Plants will need to be staked and growing tip pinched at 30cm tall. Allow 5 fruits to form and then remove all other lateral shoots and flowers. Water regularly and mist with water. Once fruit has set and begins to swell use a Potassium rich fertilizer once a week
Use: Edible
Harvest: Wait until fruits are 12-15cm but still shiny. Dull fruits will turn bitter
 
Days to Maturity:  70-85 Days
Feed: Liquid Feed
Plant Spacing:  30cm