Variety traits

Eggplant plant height

Solanum melongena L.

Eggplant height is a morphobiological trait determined by genotype and environmental conditions, measured from the soil surface to the growing point of the main stem.

In the reference 32 varieties crop Eggplant, where this is mentioned in the description.

For eggplant, a height-based classification is adopted, according to which plants of 45–60 cm are considered short, 61–90 cm are medium-tall, and 91–170 cm are tall. In professional greenhouses, tall forms can reach 2–3 m or more.

This trait determines agronomic requirements: short varieties often do not require staking and pruning, while medium-tall and tall varieties need support and training due to intensive branching. Height also influences planting patterns and plant density to ensure optimal ventilation.

Under low light conditions, eggplants tend to become excessively elongated, which reduces organ strength and fruit set. Tall plants allow for more efficient use of vertical greenhouse space during long fruiting periods, although they require more labor for maintenance.

General information about the subject — on the page Plant height.

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Varieties of Eggplant mentioned in the description

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