Eggplants

74 days. Solanum melongena. Open Pollinated. Black Beauty Eggplant. The plant produces high yields of 5 to 6" long, glossy purplish-black eggplants. It can weigh up to 2 lbs. It makes a good boat for stuffing. These beautiful rich flavored eggplants are used to make Eggplant Parmesan. Great grilled, baked, or stir-fried. Also known as Imperial Black Beauty Eggplant. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 115506. A 1902 heirloom from India.

75 days. Solanum melongena. Open Pollinated. Long Purple Eggplant. The plant produces good yields of tasty 8 to 10" long dark purple eggplants. Very mild flavor and tender. It has few seeds and thin skin that makes it easy to cook. Great variety for slicing and adding to Italian dishes, like lasagna. Best when harvested when 5 or 6" long. Also known as Fingerling Eggplant or Long Purple Italian Eggplant. Suitable for containers. It does well in the Northern areas of the country. Excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 115509. An 1850 heirloom variety from India.

90 days. Solanum melongena. Open Pollinated. Udumalapet Eggplant. The plant produces heavy yields of 3 to 4" long lavender purple eggplants with white stripes. They are very flavorful. Delicious when used in curries & chutneys. Best when harvested when eggplants turn yellow with purple stripes, which is when they fully ripen. Great for gourmet dishes. An excellent choice for home gardens and specialty market growers. An heirloom variety from Udmalbet, Tamil Nadu, India.

Black Bowling Ball Eggplant is a premium garden variety offering strong growth, dependable performance, and quality harvests for home gardeners.