Eggplants

58 days. Solanum melongena. (F1) Black King Eggplant. This early maturing plant produces good yields of large, 7" long, oval-shaped, brilliant jet black eggplants. It is a popular eggplant valued for its vigorous growth, high yields, early production, and uniform, high-quality fruit. Very flavorful and has a superior firm texture. Great roasted, grilled, or added to a stir-fry. Also, perfect eggplant for making Eggplant Parmesan. A good variety for open field and greenhouse production. It does well in hot regions. Heat Tolerant. An excellent choice for home gardens, greenhouses, market growers, and open field production. A variety developed by Takii in Japan.

65 days. Solanum melongena. Open Pollinated. Little Fingers Eggplant. This early-maturing plant produces good yields of 3 to 7" long, slender, and petite dark purple eggplants. It is a popular eggplant variety prized for its productivity in limited space, mild flavor, and ease of use compared with larger globe eggplants, as its thin, tender skin does not need peeling. It has delicious, creamy white flesh that's flavorful and not bitter. Its skin is thin, with few seeds, and it needs little cooking time. Best when harvested when 3 to 6" long. Perfect for containers, patios, and small gardens. An excellent choice for home gardens and specialty market growers. A variety from the Yamagata region of Japan.

90 days. Solanum melongena. Open Pollinated. Mitoyo Eggplant. The plant produces high yields of large 1 lb long deep purple, nearly black eggplants. This popular eggplant variety is prized for its large, glossy, nearly black (deep purple-black) fruits, which are oval to teardrop-shaped. It is one of the best-tasting eggplants available. It is traditionally grown in the Mitoyo and Kanonji areas of Shikoku Island, Japan. The skin is soft and glossy. The flesh is white to creamy, very tender, mild, and sweet with little to no bitterness. These high-quality eggplants are perfect for fresh eating, grilling, frying, stuffing, baking, pickling, and Japanese dishes. An excellent choice for home gardens, market growers, open-field production, and commercial production. United States Department of Agriculture, GRIF 14171. A variety from Mitoyo, Japan.