With a deep purple hue and smooth, glossy skin this is a medium early variety which will grow 12-15cm.
Can be sliced and grilled to smoky perfection, roasted until creamy and tender, or simmered in a rich tomato sauce for a melt in the mouth texture.
With a deep purple hue and smooth, glossy skin this is a medium early variety which will grow  12-15cm.

When to Sow: Jan- Mar
 
HOW TO SOW:
Sow in pots  filled with damp compost and just cover with a little soil . Ideal temp 20°C. Transplant into individual pots once large enough to handle. Requires min temp of 15°C for growing on so if growing outside wait intil the weather warms, although best suited to greenhouse growing for the best results.

Plant out the following spring into final cropping position, into ground with plenty of well rotted manure and fertilizer. 

Classification: Half Hardy Annual
Germination Time: 2-3 weeks
Harvest Time:Jul - Sep
Site: Full Sun/ Sheltered Sun
Soil Type: Will grow in most soils
Soil Acidity: All Types
Moisture: Well drained
Care: Plants will need to be staked and growing tip pinched at 30cm tall. Allow 5 fruits to form and then remove all other lateral shoots and flowers. Water regularly and mist with water. Once fuit has set and begins to swell use a Pottasium rich fertilizer once a week
Use: Edible
Harvest: Wait until fruits are 12-15cm but still shiny. Dull fruits will turn bitter.
Days to Maturity:  70-85 Days
Feed:Liquid Feed
Plant Spacing:  30cm