Eggplant Black Beauty 20 PCS fresh seeds, Solanum melongena

🌱 Solanum melongena — Eggplant Black Beauty

Eggplant Black Beauty seeds are a mid-ripening variety of eggplant, taking 120-140 days to ripen in open ground. This variety boasts an excellent combination of yield indicators and resistance to adverse weather conditions, making it a standout among other eggplant varieties.

🌿 Botanical Description

Solanum melongena is an annual or perennial plant, depending on the climate, growing up to 70 cm in height. The stems are covered with fluff, the leaves are small with jagged edges and have an emerald tint. The plant produces large light purple flowers throughout the season. The fruits are large, pear-shaped, weighing 110-200 g and reach 20 cm in length, 3.5 cm in diameter, and about 900 g in weight.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep in well-draining soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0 in late spring or early summer, after the last frost.
• Germination temperature: 20-25°C, germination time: 7-14 days.
• Soil type: well-draining, fertile soil.
• Watering and fertilization: keep the soil consistently moist, fertilize with a balanced fertilizer.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-10, frost tolerance: moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Solanum melongena is native to India and Southeast Asia, growing in tropical and subtropical regions, typically in well-draining soil at elevations up to 1,000 meters.

✨ Interesting Facts

Eggplant Black Beauty is a popular variety due to its high yield and resistance to weather conditions. In ancient Greece, eggplants were considered a delicacy and were used in various dishes. In modern times, eggplants are a staple in many cuisines, particularly in Mediterranean and Asian cooking.