Eggplant watering mistakes: Things you might be doing wrong

Eggplants aren't the most capricious garden plant, but you can make a few mistakes while taking care of it.

Even such a simple thing as watering can be done wrong, so you need to know how to water your plants right to get a good harvest.

Here are some popular watering mistakes.

Overwatering

Excessive water can lead to waterlogged soil, which can suffocate the roots and promote root rot diseases. 

Inconsistent watering

Fluctuations between dry and soggy conditions can stress the plants and lead to issues like blossom end rot and fruit cracking. 

Watering from above

Watering eggplants from above, especially with a strong stream, can disturb the soil, splash pathogens onto the leaves, and increase the risk of fungal diseases. 

Watering during the hottest part of the day

Watering eggplants during the hottest hours of the day can cause rapid evaporation, reducing the effectiveness of watering and leading to water wastage. 

Neglecting deep watering

Shallow watering only wets the top layer of soil, resulting in shallow root growth. 

Ensure that the water penetrates deeply into the soil to reach the root zone of the eggplants.

Underwatering

Insufficient water can lead to wilting, poor fruit development, and stress on the plants. 

It is important to monitor the soil moisture levels and provide adequate water when needed, especially during dry periods.
 

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• 15 June 2023

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