Eggplant Seeds – Black Beauty

sautéing. [split_description] Why You’ll Love It Heirloom Favorite: A staple in home gardens for decades due to its flavor and reliability. Large Fruits: Produces broad, teardrop-shaped eggplants that average 1–3 pounds each. Heat-Loving: Thrives in warm weather and keeps producing with regular harvesting. Versatile in the Kitchen: Perfect for everything from eggplant parmesan to summer grilling. Plant Characteristics Height: 24–36 inches Growth Habit: Upright and bushy with broad leaves and sturdy stems Fruit Type: Glossy, deep purple-black oval fruits with green calyx Days to Maturity: 75–85 days Hardiness: Warm-season annual Flavor and Culinary Uses Flavor: Mild, earthy, and slightly sweet with a meaty texture Culinary Uses: Ideal for grilling, roasting, baking, stuffing, and Mediterranean dishes like baba ganoush Companion Planting Tips Good Companions: Beans, peppers, marigolds, and thyme Avoid Planting Near: Fennel or other nightshades (for rotation purposes) Bonus Benefit: Attracts pollinators and can double as an ornamental in the garden Common Issues and Solutions Flea Beetles: Use floating row covers early and mulch to reduce pest access Blossom Drop: Ensure consistent watering and avoid excess nitrogen Bitter Taste: Harvest while fruits are still glossy and firm for the best flavor Seeds Per Packet 500mg Approximately 105 2g Approximately 420