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Eggplant 'Ichiban'

Solanum melongena

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Ichiban is a variety of Eggplant which is a member of the Solanum family. Its botanical name is Solanum melongena 'Ichiban'. Ichiban is a patented hybrid variety. Ichiban grows as an Annual/Perennial and is a Vegetable. Being an annual / perennial, it tends to grow either as a single season plant, or a plant that can stay in your garden for many years. Ichiban is known for growing to a height of approximately 1.20 metres (3.90 feet).

Ichiban Eggplant is normally fairly low maintenance and quite easy to grow, as long as a level of basic care is provided throughout the year. Being aware of the basic soil, sun and water preferences will result in a happier and healthier plant.

This plant info is provided by the myfolia gardener's wiki. All details about Eggplant 'Ichiban' have been kindly provided by our members.

How to grow Eggplant 'Ichiban'

Full Sun
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Very High

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water very often. Ichiban is generally regarded as a tender plant, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. Use USDA Hardiness Zone 4 - 14 as your guideline for the appropriate climate for this plant.

Growing Ichiban from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 1.95 feet (60.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.2 inches (0.5 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 15°C / 59°F.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Ichiban about 42 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Ichiban

Ichiban is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Ichiban

Eggplant 'Ichiban' information

Lifecycle The lifecycle that Ichiban exhibits. Annual/Perennial Category The category for the Ichiban plant. Vegetable
Hardiness Is Ichiban frost hardy? Tender
Mature Height How tall does Ichiban grow? 1.20 metres / 3.90 feet
USDA Zone Range What zones does Ichiban grow best in? Zone 4 - Zone 14
Sun How much sunlight does Ichiban need to grow? Full Sun
Water Requirements How much water does Ichiban require? Very High Nitrogen Requirements How much nitrogen fertiliser does Ichiban need? High
Ideal Germination Temperature Range What temperatures does Ichiban need in order to germinate? 15°C / 59°F to 20°C / 68°F Growing Temperatures What temperatures are best to grow Ichiban in? Help build our wiki! to Help build our wiki!
Sowing Depth How deep to plant Ichiban? 0.5 cm / 0.2 inches
Sowing Distance Apart How far apart to sow Ichiban 60.0 cm / 1.95 feet
Edible? Is Ichiban edible? edible

How long does Ichiban take to grow?

These estimates for how long Eggplant 'Ichiban' takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world. Start logging and journaling your observations to participate!

Days to Germination How long does it take Ichiban to germinate? 15 days Average 15 days | Min 15 days | Max 15 days (1)
Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out Ichiban? + 37 days Average 37 days | Min 37 days | Max 37 days (1)
Days to Maturity How long until Ichiban is ready for harvest / bloom? + 72 days Average 72 days | Min 46 days | Max 127 days (10)
Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow Ichiban? = 124 days

When should I sow Ichiban?

Folia's when to plant Eggplant 'Ichiban' estimates are relative to your last frost date. Enter your frost dates and we'll calculate your sowing and planting dates for you!

Misspellings of Eggplant 'Ichiban'

Ichiban, Ichiban Hybrid, Hybrid Ichiban

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