vegetable variety in zone 6b
Fairy Tale eggplant in zone 6b
Fairy Tale · Solanum melongena
- Zone
- 6b -5°F to 0°F
- Growing season
- 190 days
- Days to harvest
- 70 to 100
The verdict
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About Fairy Tale
Sweet, tender, no need to peel or salt; small lavender-and-white striped fruit. Grilling whole, stir-fry, fresh. AAS winner, productive even in cool short seasons.
Critical timing for zone 6b
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Common challenges in zone 6b
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
- ▸ Fire blight
- ▸ Stink bugs
Modified care for zone 6b
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Fairy Tale in adjacent zones
Other eggplant varieties for zone 6b
- Black Beauty
Mild, slightly sweet, meaty; classic large dark-purple Italian-style eggplant. Grilling, roasting, parmigiana,…
- Ichiban
Mild, tender, thin-skinned; long slender Japanese-style eggplant. Stir-fries, grilling, miso glazes. Productiv…
- Rosa Bianca
Creamy, mild, low-bitterness; pink-and-white striped Italian heirloom. Roasting, stuffing, parmigiana. Product…
Frequently asked questions
- Will Fairy Tale eggplant grow in zone 6b?
Yes. Fairy Tale is recommended for USDA zones 5a through 8b, which includes zone 6b.
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