Perennial grown as an annual in cool climates. Very popular variety. Bushy spreading plant that produces smooth, rounded, black/purple fruit growing to 16 by 13cm. Heavy cropping variety bearing large purple pear-shaped fruits.
Commonly used in stews, sauces, baked, fried, stuffed and grilled. Eggplant is also known as "Aubergine".Black Beauty eggplant is a hit with gardeners who want an eggplant variety that produces deep, purple, plump fruit earlier than most other varieties. It's a prolific producer with tender, flavorful fruit that grows for the whole season.
| Method: | Sow direct or raise seedlings |
| Planting Depth: | 5mm |
| Season: | Spring, Summer, Autumn Frost tender |
| Germination: | 7-14 days at 24-32°C |
| Life Cycle: | Frost tender Perennial (grown as an annual in cool climates) |
| Row Spacing: | 80cm |
| Plant Spacing: | 70cm |
| Position: | Full sun, moist well drained soil |
| Days to Maturity/Flowering: | 72-85 days |