Eggplant 'Long Purple'

Long Purple eggplant is an early-maturing variety with 9" long, narrow fruits that have a dark purple exterior. It's a good choice for northern gardeners. Each plant produces at least 4 fruits.

Italian heirloom, 1800's.​

Sowing Eggplant Seeds

Start eggplant seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Sow 1/4" deep. Transplant outside 2 weeks after the last frost date. Full sun. Spacing 16".