EG49-50
65 days. Solanum melongena. Open Pollinated. Fengyuan Purple Eggplant. The plant produces good yields of slender 12" long purple eggplants. It is a popular Taiwanese heirloom eggplant variety prized for its exceptionally long, slender fruits, mild flavor, and ease of preparation. This is one of the longest eggplants available. The creamy white flesh is non-bitter. The skin is so thin that peeling is not necessary. Plants are productive and relatively easy to grow, and eggplants work well for grilling, stir-fries, and Asian dishes. Also known as Feng Yuan Eggplant. Excellent choice for home gardens and specialty market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 321017. A heirloom variety from Taiwan.