Eggplant Seeds

Eggplant loves heat, so wait until nights stay above 55°F before setting out transplants, and give it plenty of sun. Black plastic mulch or row cover helps in cooler regions. In return, you'll get heavy yields from midsummer to frost. Our selection covers about 20 varieties, nearly all hybrids. Italian types like Annina and Aretussa produce large, glossy fruit. Asian eggplants such as Calliope are long and slender. Mini types like Fairy Tale and Patio Baby stay compact for containers and small gardens. Colors range from deep purple to white, lavender, and striped. Pick the fruit while the skin is glossy and the flesh is firm. Dull skin means it's overripe and seedy.