This mixed seed packet offers an easy way to grow the three best varieties of hybrid Asian eggplants. Their glossy, tender skins enclose succulent, creamy-smooth flesh, that is never bitter and easy to quickly slice and cook. These beauties are borne in abundance with multiple clusters of slender, elongated fruits on well-branched, extra-early plants.
Seeds are color coded with USDA food grade stain to distinguish varieties; make sure to plant some of each.
Yellow seed = Asian Bride magenta eggplant
Green seed = Charming white eggplant
Pink seed = Farmer’s Long purple eggplant
Sow Seeds Indoors |
Days to Germinate |
Transplant Outdoors |
Location |
Mature Height |
Transplant to Harvest |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
February - March |
10 - 21 days |
April - June |
Full sun |
2 - 2½ feet |
Approx. 65-70 days |
Best To Start Indoors In early spring, start indoors about 2 months before outdoor night temperatures are reliably in the 50-55F (10-13C) range. Sow seeds 1/4 in. deep and 1 in. apart in a container of seed starting mix. Keep moist and warm 80-85F (27-30C), and provide a strong light source until ready to plant outside. When seedlings are 2 in. tall, transplant into deeper individual containers. Maintain at 70-75F (21-24C). Feed with half-strength fertilizer every 2 weeks until weather is warm enough to gradually acclimate seedlings to outdoor conditions. Transplant 2 ft. apart into rich soil in full sun.
Growing Notes Don't transplant these heat-lovers outdoors until nights stay securely above 55F (13C). Prepare soil with aged manure or compost. Plant only robust seedlings with well-developed roots and mulch well. Fertilize plants regularly, at least monthly, throughout the season.
Harvest and Use: Pick when fruits have sized up and are firm fleshed and glossy. Harvest Charming babies at 3 to 6 inches, Asian Bride at 7 to 8 inches, and Farmers Long at 9 to 11 inches, or before fruits get dull and seedy. Slice for great sautés or halve lengthwise, brush with oil and grill with your favorite herbs and cheese or Asian-style seasonings.
Check out our huge selection of Roses! All roses are safely packaged and can be delivered Canada-wide. Get them while supplies last!
Add some vertical color to your garden this summer with some Clematis and Trumpet vines from our vines collection! Get yours quick before they're gone!
Fall planting bulbs are now available for pre-ordering. See all the new 2022 varieties available and secure your favourites before they're sold out!
Don't miss our Wild Deal of the Week every Thursday afternoon at 4:30pm PST.
Each week we hand pick the best deals and discounts just for you! Find out about our informative workshops and seminars before anyone else and receive tips, trends, and our latest blog posts.
*By completing this form you are signing up to receive our weekly email and can unsubscribe at any time.