Eggplant – Black Beauty
Matures in 80 Days from Setting Out Transplants

A vigorous grower producing 4–6 fruits per plant, which grow 24–30 inches tall. Fruits are very dark purple, smooth, glossy, and uniform—excellent for slicing or stuffing.

Sowing:

Start seed indoors 6 to 8 weeks before frost danger is past.
Plant seeds 1 inch apart and cover with ½ inch of fine soil, well pressed down.
Place tray in a very warm spot (day and night), cover with glass or clear plastic wrap to preserve moisture until germination.
After germination, move tray to a warm sunny window.
Thinning:

When plants are 2 to 3 inches tall, transplant 2 inches apart in another tray.
After frost danger is past, transplant outdoors in rows 2 to 3 feet apart, spacing plants 2 feet apart.
Germination:

Germinates in 10 to 14 days depending on soil and weather conditions.
Remarks:

Eggplant requires warm weather—do not set out too early.
Maintain good fertility during the season.
Cut fruit instead of pulling to avoid plant injury.