Grow the perfect eggplant for slicing with Long Purple, a classic Italian-style heirloom. This variety is beloved for its long, slender, deep purple fruits that are as beautiful as they are delicious. The shape makes it ideal for creating uniform, round slices for grilling, frying, or baking. With tender skin and a mild, non-bitter flavor, it's a versatile and productive choice for any sunny garden, yielding an abundance of elegant fruits throughout the summer.

⭐ What you'll love

• Long, slender shape is perfect for creating uniform slices.
• A delicious, mild flavor and tender skin that doesn't require peeling.
• A productive variety that yields a generous harvest of beautiful fruits.
• A classic Italian heirloom, perfect for Mediterranean dishes.

🌿 Seed details

• Plant Name: Long Purple Eggplant (Solanum melongena)
• Seed Quantity: Approx. 50 seeds
• Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
• Lifecycle: Annual
• USDA Zone: 4-9
• Origin: American Grown

🌱 Growing instructions

• Sowing: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before your last frost date. Eggplants require a long, warm growing season.
• Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.
• Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and the weather is consistently warm.
• Spacing: Space plants 18-24 inches apart.
• Light Requirement: Full Sun.
• Support: Provide a stake or cage to support the plants as they become heavy with fruit.

✅ Our seed packets

• Professionally designed and made.
• Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
• Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
• Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
• Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
• Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!

🚚 Shipping

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