Rain is both a blessing and a curse

Why does rain damage the eggplant plant?

Aubergines are not sensitive to rain per se. In fact, the plants need a lot of water to thrive thrive to be able to However, wet leaves that are not allowed to dry sufficiently can be harmful. Because as a nightshade plant, eggplant plants are from fungal infections slightly affected. In particular, persistent rain without warm dry periods can cause major damage. Mud splashes bring germs from the soil onto the leaves and cause infection. Also severe thunderstorms with heavy precipitation or hail can seriously damage the eggplant's large leaves.

How to protect eggplants from rain and wet leaves?

With the cultivation in pots you can safely store the plant during heavy thunderstorms. This is not possible when planting outdoors. So that

leavesdry off quickly you should cut off useless foliage. Pay attention to the correct planting distance when planting. You should also plant the plants with a suitable stick support. Not only the fruits get heavy, but also the leaves when they get wet.

How much water does the eggplant need for a good harvest?

Aubergines should always be watered from below to protect the leaves from getting wet. They tolerate neither waterlogging nor drought. In the bed you must therefore water as needed. Check the weather every day. If it's hot and dry, you need a lot pour. Not at all if there is enough rain. Check the soil moisture and the condition of the plants, ideally daily.

Where are aubergines in Germany best when there is too much rain?

In Germany there are different climatic conditions than aubergines need for good growth. In the cool-temperate climate zone, it is usually too cold for them. They prefer to have consistently warm temperatures around 25 degrees Celsius. Since they have similar conditions in one Glasshouse find, they stand here best and are at the same time protected from rain. However, make sure there is good ventilation to avoid fungal infections caused by excessive humidity.