One of the most popular eggplant varieties, this variety is known for its large, plump, deep purplish-black fruits. Plant grows 2ft - 3ft /60cm - 90cm tall and produces several fruits. Delicious fried, in casseroles and in several ethnic dishes. Plants are ornamental enough to use in the flower garden; good also in containers.
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Start seed indoors 6 - 8 weeks before planting outdoors after all danger of frost. Choose a sunny location and a fertile, well-drained soil. Improve clay or sandy soils with compost.
- Planting Depth: 6mm (1/4in)
- Seed Spacing: 12mm (1/2in)
- Row Spacing: 75cm (30in)
Light: | Full Sun |
Days To Sprout: | 10 - 20 days |
Days To Maturity: | 75 days |