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Eggplant Red Ruffle Seeds - Eggplant Seeds for Home Garden

Eggplant Red Ruffle Seeds - Eggplant Seeds for Home Garden

$16.69 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost or sow directly outdoors once the soil is consistently warm. Plant seeds 0.25–0.5 inch deep in a warm, well-draining seed mix. Transplant seedlings outdoors when temperatures are above 60°F (16-20°C) and risk of frost has passed.

How to Grow

Place in full sun (6–8 hours). Use fertile, well-draining soil and water evenly to keep the soil consistently moist, avoiding waterlogging. Space plants 18–24 inches apart and consider staking taller plants. Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Tips

Mulch around plants to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature.

Harvest fruits when firm and vibrant red for best flavor.

Monitor for pests such as aphids and flea beetles, and manage organically if possible.

Provide support for heavier fruit-laden stems.

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Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Upright

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Upright & bushy

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Warm season

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Mild

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

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Eggplant Red Ruffle Seeds - Eggplant Seeds for Home Garden
seed-type

Seed Type

Non-GMO

plant-type

Plant Type

Vegetable

Eggplant Red Ruffle Seeds are a vibrant, non-GMO variety that produces red, ruffled eggplants with tender flesh and mild flavor. Easy to grow and high-yielding, this variety thrives in warm, sunny conditions with well-draining soil. Perfect for garden beds, raised plots, or containers, Red Ruffle eggplants add both beauty and delicious harvests to home gardens. Enjoy a unique, colorful vegetable that performs well for a variety of culinary uses.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring / Early Summer

fruit-size

Fruit Size

Medium

plant-height

Plant Height

24–36 in

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full Sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

5–11

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

18–24 in

planting-depth

Planting Depth

0.25–0.5 in

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Warm & Moist

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000116854

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Red Ruffle eggplant be grown in a large container?

Yes. A sufficiently large container with good drainage can accommodate the plant when it receives full sun, regular moisture, and suitable support.

How can I display Red Ruffle eggplants in a vegetable garden?

Plant them in a visible row or dedicated section so the unusual red fruits can stand out against the green foliage.

Can Red Ruffle eggplant be grown near peppers?

Yes. Eggplant and pepper plants can share a suitable sunny growing area when each has enough space, moisture, and airflow.

Why should heavy Red Ruffle branches be supported?

Developing fruit can add weight to branches, so staking or other support can help keep fruit-laden stems upright.

How can mulch help Red Ruffle eggplant plants?

Mulch can conserve soil moisture, moderate soil temperature, and reduce weed competition around the plants.

Can Red Ruffle eggplant fit into a colorful edible garden?

Yes. Its vibrant red fruit can provide strong visual contrast alongside green, purple, yellow, or other colorful vegetables.