Producing fruits weighing up to 2 lbs. apiece, Black Beauty Eggplant is an heirloom variety that grows well in many areas. Its classically shaped purple-black glossy fruits are delicious when grilled or baked. Use them in Asian dishes or add them to ratatouille. The beautiful fruits and spectacular purple blooms also make this an excellent ornamental to add to your edible landscape garden. They look great in patio pots, too.
| Mature Height | 30 |
|---|---|
| Planting Depth (in.) | 2 |
| Additional Characteristics | None Listed |
| Annual / Perennial | Annual |
| Average Shipping Height (in.) | 3 |
| Best Time to Plant | Spring |
| Blossom Color | Purple |
| Botanical Name | Solanum melongena 'Black Beauty' |
| Common Name | Egglant Plant |
| Days to Harvest | 80 |
| Edible Type | Vegetable |
| Fragrance | Non-Fragrant |
| Growth Habit | Clumping |
| Hardiness Zone | 3 (-40 to -30 F),4 (-30 to -20 F),5 (-20 to -10 F),6 (-10 to 0 F),7 (0 to 10 F),8 (10 to 20 F),9 (20 to 30 F) |
| Organic | Non-Organic |
| Recommended Space Between Plantings (in.) | 24 |
| Returnable | 90-Day |
| Shipped As | Container |
| Sun Tolerance | Full Sun |
| Water Requirements | Twice a week |
| Wildlife Attracted | No Wildlife Attracted |
| Wildlife Deterred | No Wildlife Deterred |