Black Beauty
Eggplant · Italian
Heirloom
Solanum melongena
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Solanaceae (Nightshade family) · Genus: Solanum
About
Heirloom from 1902. Plump, purplish black fruits can grow to enormous size. Tender and tasty at all stages. Produces 4-6 fruits per plant.
Characteristics
Color
Purple
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Warm-Season/Very Tender
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist
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Germination
10–21 days
at 60–95 °F
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Days to Maturity
74–85 days
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
8-10 Weeks Before Last Frost
Transplant
2-4 Weeks After Last Frost
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Container Friendly
Yes
Planting Depth
0.25–0.5 in
Seed Spacing
18 in
Row Spacing
36 in
Thin To
18 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
75–90 °F
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Soil Temp
60–95 °F
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Air Temp
32–90 °F
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Planting and Care Instructions
START INDOORS in a warm, well-lighted area 8-10 weeks before last frost. Sow seeds in seed starting formula in individual containers. Sow 1/4" deep, firm lightly and keep evenly moist. Seedlings emerge in 10-21 days.
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