Eggplant
Solanum melongeana 'Black Beauty'
- Beautiful glossy dark black-purple fruits
- Easy to grow
- Excellent breaded, fried, grilled or stuffed
Details
Solanum melongeana 'Black Beauty' sets the standard for large eggplants. Yields about 4 to 6 fruits or more if you keep harvesting. Ready to pick when the eggplant turns to a dark black-purple color. Keep the plants well watered to prevent bitterness. 80 days to maturity.
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Type:
Vegetable
Sun/Shade:
Full Sun
Hardiness Zone:
Not hardy
Height:
18-22 inches
Spread:
24-36 inches
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