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Eggplant Black Beauty Seeds - Eggplant Seeds for Home Garden

Eggplant Black Beauty Seeds - Eggplant Seeds for Home Garden

$16.89 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost.
Sow 0.25 inch (6 mm) deep in seed trays or pots.
Keep soil moist and warm (70–85°F / 21–29°C).
Transplant seedlings outdoors once frost risk is gone and soil is warm.
Ensure 18–24 inches (45–60 cm) spacing between plants.

How to Grow

Provide 6–8 hours of full sunlight daily.
Use fertile, well-draining soil.
Maintain moderate, consistent moisture.
Stake taller plants to support fruit weight.
Fertilize every 3–4 weeks with compost or balanced fertilizer.

Tips

Regular harvesting encourages new fruiting.
Can grow in containers if space allows.
Protect from frost and cold temperatures.

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Glossy

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Upright

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Summer

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Mild

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

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Eggplant Black Beauty Seeds - Eggplant Seeds for Home Garden
seed-type

Seed Type

Non-GMO

plant-type

Plant Type

Vegetable

Black Beauty Eggplant is a popular heirloom variety, prized for its glossy dark-purple fruits and tender, flavorful flesh. Ideal for home gardens, it thrives in warm climates and produces high yields when planted in well-draining soil. Suitable for raised beds, garden plots, or containers, this variety is perfect for fresh cooking, grilling, or roasting.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Late Spring

fruit-size

Fruit Size

Medium

plant-height

Plant Height

60–90 cm

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full Sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

5–12

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

18–24 inches

planting-depth

Planting Depth

0.25 inch

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Warm

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
Seed Count
100
GTN
036000172287

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Black Beauty differ from slender eggplant varieties?

Black Beauty produces large, rounded fruits, while slender varieties typically develop long, narrow fruits suited to different culinary uses.

Can the plant benefit from staking?

Yes. Supporting mature plants can help keep heavy fruits off the ground and reduce stem strain.

Which herbs pair well with Black Beauty eggplant?

Basil, oregano, thyme, parsley, and marigolds are popular companion plants.

How can fruits be identified as ready to harvest?

Harvest when the skin appears glossy and firm before it becomes dull or overly mature.

Is Black Beauty suitable for grilling and roasting?

Yes. Its firm flesh makes it suitable for grilling, roasting, baking, and stuffing.

Do eggplant flowers attract pollinating insects?

The blossoms may attract bees and other beneficial pollinators during flowering.