I was watering it when I noticed what appears to be the eggplant's growth habit at the top of the plant. Of course, first the flower has to appear, and then the actual development of the vegetable, perhaps one of the most well-known and widely used in cooking, will begin. It was a surprise and a source of joy for me, since, as I mentioned, they've been planted for quite some time. I even thought about pulling it up because I hadn't seen any progress that made me think my work was bearing fruit, but then I thought, I have time, so I'm going to keep trying and not give up so easily.
So it's incredible to finally see that I might be able to harvest some eggplants, and it's a real lesson for me. It teaches me not to give up, and that every plant develops in its own time, especially considering external factors like the soil, which, as you can see, isn't the most suitable due to the large number of stones and leaves that don't help its growth. It's also worth noting that they haven't received any fertilizer; it's 100% natural, which might explain the slow growth.
I'm signing off, my fellow Hive gardeners, but not before wishing you all a successful week. I'll be sharing more updates on the eggplant's progress in the coming days here in the #hivegarden community, which is undoubtedly one of the best in the Hive ecosystem, where we showcase amazing photos of the wonders nature offers.