Black Beauty Eggplant Seed

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Description

Well worth the wait. A long-season classic that delivers on flavor like no other. Pretty lavender blooms lead to broad, attractive purple-black eggplants on sturdy two-foot plants. Plant in fertile soil, water with compost tea every two weeks and use a row cover to give the plants extra warmth, especially in northern climates. Mulch and keep well watered. Harvest when shiny and smooth, before the luster fades. Deer-resistant. Excellent fried, stuffed, pickled, in ratatouille or East Indian dishes. Photo courtesy of Baker Creek Heirloom Seed.

Days to germinate: 8-15 days
Days to maturity: 90
Start indoors: 8-10 weeks before last frost. Sow ¼” deep in sterile planting medium.
Transplant spacing: 18-24"
Sow outdoors: Not recommended
Produce size: 1-3 lbs. each, but can be harvested much smaller
Yield: 3-6 fruits per plant (the more you pick, the more it produces)
Mature plant height: 24-30"
Suitable for container growing: Yes
Year of discovery: 1902

Tools & Supplies

Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.