Is eggplant a shade or sun-loving plant?

Does eggplant prefer shade or sun?

Eggplant is a sun-loving plant and has very high requirements for light during the plant's growth stage. If there is a long-term lack of light during maintenance, it will make it difficult for the eggplant's flower buds to differentiate, which can easily cause the plant to grow too tall, have yellow leaves, and grow and develop slowly.

Eggplant in the sun

Eggplant likes light and has a relatively large demand for light. It is best to have more than 12-15 hours of light per day. The light saturation point is 40,000 lux. Only with sufficient light can the color of the fruit be brighter.

Eggplant can be exposed to the sun, and generally does not need to avoid the sun during maintenance, but it should also be avoided from being exposed to the scorching sun, otherwise the leaves and fruits of the plant may be burned, which is very detrimental to its growth and development.

Eggplant growth habits

Eggplant is a vegetable that likes to grow in a warm, humid environment with long days and sufficient water. The most suitable growth temperature is 25-30℃. The soil requirement is that it should be rich in organic matter and have strong water and fertilizer retention capabilities.

Eggplant is native to tropical Asia and is widely cultivated in my country. The requirements for planting sites are not high, but it is best to plant it in a place with good irrigation, deep soil and sufficient light, so that the fruit yield can be higher.