Eggplant
Though we often refer to eggplants as a fruit or a vegetable, they're actually botanically classified as a berry. Part of the Solanum family, some parts of the plant may be poisonous if eaten. Eggplants are called aubergine in some places. Often susceptible to flea beetle infestations, inter-plant catnip to deter flea beetles. Eggplant is often a heavy feeder, so inter-plant with peas to help keep nitrogen in the soil.
Purple, white, striped, I've got a little of everything in my eggplant collection.
Purple, white, striped, I've got a little of everything in my eggplant collection.
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