Long Purple Eggplant Seeds – 300mg Heirloom Solanum melongena

Long Purple Eggplant is a classic heirloom variety prized for its elongated, deep purple fruits and mild, tender flesh. These versatile eggplants are perfect for grilling, roasting, frying, or layering in casseroles like eggplant Parmesan. The plants are vigorous and productive, making them a rewarding choice for home gardeners seeking a reliable harvest.

With their attractive color and uniform shape, Long Purple eggplants are a beautiful addition to any vegetable garden. They thrive in warm weather and full sun, and the fruits are typically ready to harvest in mid to late summer. Whether you're an experienced grower or a beginner, these seeds offer a satisfying gardening experience.

Plant Features

• Heirloom variety with elongated, deep purple fruits
• Mild, tender flesh with few seeds
• Vigorous, high-yielding plants
• Excellent for grilling, roasting, and frying
• Attractive addition to vegetable gardens

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Solanum melongena
• Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-10 (as annual)
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: 24-36 inches
• Spacing: 18-24 inches apart

Planting & Care

Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix and keep consistently moist at around 75-85°F (24-29°C) for best germination. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, transplant them into larger pots and gradually acclimate them to outdoor conditions. After the danger of frost has passed, transplant into the garden in full sun, spacing plants 18-24 inches apart. Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist, and mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize lightly when plants begin to flower. Harvest fruits when they are glossy and firm, typically 65-80 days after transplanting.

What's Included

300mg of Long Purple Eggplant seeds (Solanum melongena).