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Central Maryland / BowieLocal Bowie-area baseline| Growing needs |  African EggplantSolanum aethiopicum | |
|---|---|---|
| Plant type | Vegetable | Choose a plant above |
| Sunlight | Full sun | Choose a plant above |
| Spacing | 18–24 in | Choose a plant above |
| Soil pH | 5.5–7.0 | Choose a plant above |
| Water | Even, deep watering | Choose a plant above |
| Planting window | See planting guidance | Choose a plant above |
| Best fit | A distinctive high-tunnel crop for customers seeking culturally specific produce, provided the cultivar and harvest stage are matched to demand. | Choose a plant above |
| Considerations | The name covers very different market classes. Verify seed identity before scaling and label varieties clearly. | Choose a plant above |
| Explore | Open guide & availability |