Scale on eggplant

Question

Eggplant has scale like on it. I planted an eggplant bush and about 1 month ago only one eggplant appeared, but it is scaly looking and won’t be good to eat. What is this and why hasn’t it produced more fruit?

Answer 1

There is actually a pest that is called scale and it is possible that this is what you are seeing. Here is more information on that:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/scale-bug-how-to-control-plant-scale.htm