About Kaustubh Brinjal Seeds
Ankur Hybrid Brinjal Kaustubh is a high-quality hybrid brinjal variety developed by Ankur Seeds. It features a semi-spreading plant growth habit and produces attractive oval-round fruits with purple and white stripes. The variety is suitable for cultivation in different growing seasons and offers its first picking approximately 90–95 days after sowing.
Key Features of Kaustubh Brinjal Seeds
Hybrid brinjal variety.
Semi-spreading plant growth habit.
Attractive purple fruits with white stripes.
Oval-round fruit shape.
Thorny calyx.
Average fruit weight of 50–70 grams.
First picking in approximately 90–95 days.
Crop & Fruit Characteristics
• Variety: Kaustubh Hybrid
• Plant habit: Semi-spreading
• Fruit shape: Oval-round
• Fruit colour: Purple with white stripes
• Calyx: Thorny
• Fruit weight: 50–70 g
• Fruit bearing: Single to pair
• First picking: 90–95 days
Recommended Season & States
Recommended sowing seasons:
Kharif: May–June
Rabi: September–October
Summer: January–February
Recommended states: Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Tamil Nadu are among the states where Ankur lists Kaustubh in its product range. Confirm local suitability and availability with the company or authorised dealer.
Seed Rate per Acre
Recommended general hybrid brinjal seed rate: 80–100 grams per acre.
Equivalent to approximately 200–250 grams per hectare.
Seeds should be raised in a nursery and healthy seedlings transplanted into the main field.
Final seed quantity should follow the seed company's packet recommendation.
Additional Information
Spacing: 90 × 60 cm is a general hybrid brinjal spacing recommendation; adjust according to local conditions.
Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter is suitable.
Irrigation: Maintain adequate soil moisture, particularly during flowering and fruit development.
Harvesting: Harvest fruits at the tender, marketable stage.
