Black Beauty Eggplant Seeds – Non-GMO Heirloom

plants yield several sizeable eggplants each, making these eggplant seeds a rewarding centerpiece for the warm-season garden. Who it's for Ideal for gardeners with a long, warm summer and cooks who love grilling, roasting, and building dishes like ratatouille, moussaka, and eggplant parmesan. How & when to plant Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before your last frost, as eggplant needs a long, warm season. Sow 1/4 inch deep and keep soil warm at 75–85°F for good germination in 7–14 days. Transplant out only after nights stay above 55°F, spacing plants 18–24 inches apart in rows 30 inches apart, in full sun. Grow as a warm-season annual in USDA zones 5–12, or a short-lived perennial in frost-free zones. Harvest Fruits are ready about 75–80 days after transplant. Pick when the skin is firm, glossy, and deep purple, cutting the stem with pruners rather than pulling. Harvesting young and often keeps the plant productive and the flesh tender. Benefits & uses Black Beauty is excellent grilled, roasted, breaded, or stewed, and its firm flesh holds up beautifully in hearty dishes. Regular picking encourages a steady supply through the season. Growing guide: New to this variety? Read our full guide, How to Grow Eggplant From Seed , for step by step sowing, spacing, and harvest tips.