Valentina F1

Eggplant Valentina F1 — an ultra-early hybrid from the Dutch breeding company Seminis, intended for cultivation in open and protected ground. The vegetation period is 50-60 days from transplanting seedlings, allowing the first harvest to be obtained in a short time. The plant is open-type, semi-spreading, with a strong root system and height up to 85-100 cm. It is characterized by high growth vigor and disease resistance, including tobacco mosaic virus and fusarium wilt, ensuring stability and high productivity even under adverse weather conditions.

The fruits of eggplant Valentina F1 have an elongated-cylindrical or oval-conical shape, 24-26 cm long and 4.5-5.5 cm in diameter. Their deep purple color with an intense glossy sheen gives them an attractive market appearance. The flesh is white or cream-colored, moderately dense and firm, with a minimal seed count, and features a pleasant flavor without bitterness. The average fruit weight is 200-250 g. Thanks to its dense structure and excellent transportability, the harvest can be stored for a long time and transported over long distances.

Eggplant Valentina F1 is widely used for fresh consumption as well as for processing in the culinary and food industry. It is recommended to grow on trellises and strings in greenhouses, polytunnels, and open ground, which facilitates care and increases yield. This hybrid is valued for its high fruit quality, stable harvest, and excellent taste, making it a popular choice among vegetable growers and producers.