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What causes eggplant fruit to become misshapen and odd colored?

Last Updated: January 07, 2008

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Poor-quality eggplant fruit are generally associated with low moisture and high temperature conditions. Also, overmature eggplant fruit will become dull in color and often develop a bronze appearance. For maximum production, remove the eggplant fruit before they are fully mature to allow additional fruit to develop.

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