Eggplant Seeds - Dewako One Bite - Hybrid
50-60 days maturity after transplanting. Solanum melongena ’Dewako One Bite’. Dewako One Bite Eggplant Seeds. Non-GMO, warm-season, annual, hybrid. This small one-bite size Japanese eggplant is a purple-black color with a purple calyx. The fruit weighs about 10 grams and is ideal for pickling. This specialty eggplant originates from Dewako in Yamagata Prefecture, Japan. Dewako One Bite’s small fruit size is perfect for containers, home gardens, and field growing. The plant grows well in hot climates and is advantageous for companion planting. Approximately 6,250 seeds per oz.
Eggplant Seeds - Dewako One Bite - Hybrid
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Other Common Names: Aubergine, ai qwa, badanjan, baingan, baingun, bangai, bangain, bhanta, brinjal, chan che zu, ca tim, chieh tse, Japanese round eggplant, mackhera, makhua terung, ma khuea yaao, hon pee choi, nasubi, ngai kwa, qie zi, talong, terong, terung, wam batu.
How to Grow Dewako One Bite Eggplant
Germinate seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before transplanting outdoors. Keep the soil temperature at or above 80°F during germination. Seeds will not sprout in cool soil; transplanting out too early in the spring can negatively affect plant vigor. Transfer outdoors about two weeks after the danger of frost has passed. Harden off the sprouts before transplanting to avoid shock. Work fertilizer or compost into the soil before planting; transplant them when the soil is at least 75°F.
Stay away from fertilizers with high nitrogen levels, which encourage more foliage than fruit. Stake the plants to support the developing stem and fruit. Fertilize twice a month with a small handful of low-strength fertilizer of fully mature compost. Cover the soil with black or dark-colored plastic if growing in a cooler region to retain soil heat. Do not allow the earth to fully dry.
Harvesting Dewako One Bite Eggplant
Harvest when plump and shiny. To test an eggplant for ripeness: gently depress the skin; if the flesh indents and rebounds, it is ready to be picked. If the skin loses its shine, it is overripe.
Culinary Tips
Dewako One Bite’s are firm, small, and excellent for pickling. Asian eggplants are spongy when raw and firm yet creamy when cooked. Asian eggplants taste better than American eggplants and aren’t usually pretreated for bitterness.
Tips From Our Gardeners
“Asian Eggplants work well with lots of other garden plants. Interplant these with daikon radishes, Chinese cabbage, garlic chives, vineless green beans, and more!”
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- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer |
Seeds Per Package
- 500 mg packet - Approximately 112 Seeds
- 1 oz - Approximately 6,250 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 25,000 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 100,000 Seeds
Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Solanum melongena ‘Dewako One Bite’ |
| Dewako One Bite Eggplant Color: | Purple-black fruit with purple calyx and green foliage. |
| Dewako One Bite Eggplant Flavor: | Mild yet lightly bitter |
Growing Info
| Days to Maturity: | 50-60 days |
| Days to Germination: | 7-14 Days |
| Seeding Depth: | 0.25 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 24 inches |
| Plant Height: | 24-36 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Semi-upright bush. |
| Soil Preference: | Garden loam, fertile with good drainage. |
| Temperature Preference: | 75-90 ℉ |
| Light Preference: | Full sun |
Other
| Plant Width: | 24-36 inches |
| Pests and Disease: | Flea beetles, spider mites, white flies, and nematodes can be difficult in some areas. Be wary of phomopsis rot and verticillium wilt in damp environments. |