**Black Beauty Eggplant** - **Latin Name**: *Solanum melongena* 'Black Beauty' - **Heirloom**: Yes **Description of the Fruit**: - **Size**: The fruit typically grows to be about 4 to 6 inches in diameter and can weigh between 1 to 3 pounds. - **Color**: The skin is a deep, glossy purple-black color. - **Shape**: The fruit is oval to pear-shaped. - **Texture**: The skin is smooth and glossy, while the flesh inside is firm and creamy white with a slightly spongy texture when raw. **Interesting Facts**: - Black Beauty is one of the most popular eggplant varieties in the United States, known for its classic appearance and excellent flavor. - It was introduced to the U.S. market in the early 1900s and has since become a staple in gardens and kitchens. - The fruit is versatile and can be used in a wide range of dishes, including grilling, baking, frying, and in stews. ### **Garden Care- Grow Your Own - **Soil Watering:** Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; mulch to retain moisture. - **Fertilizing:** Use a balanced fertilizer at planting and side-dress with compost or liquid fertilizer every few weeks. - **Support:** Stake plants to support heavy fruiting. - **Pest Disease Control:** Watch for flea beetles, aphids, and spider mites. Use row covers or neem oil if needed. Eggplants- A pear-shaped, dark violet fruit. The "meat" of the fruit is delicious in many dishes: steamed, boiled or stir-fried. Eggplant is ideal for containers. Choose three to five gallon pots or larger, or try them in a raised bed. Well-drained soil is important, but so is good air circulation. Start Eggplant seeds indoors in April, and harvest from mid-June into early September. While it's true that eggplants appreciate hot weather, it's a misconception that they are difficult to grow. eggplant, aubergine, melanzana, Solanum melongena, brinjal, egg fruit, moussaka, parmigiana, baba ghanoush, Guinea squash =s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s==s=s=s=s=s=s=s= Free shipping to Canada- and USA Selected seeds only Add this item to your cart and keep shopping-- at https://www.ebay.ca/usr/okiger-2i55iwk =s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s==s=s=s=s=s=s=s= Shipping of Seeds and Cuttings: Orders are shipped via Canada Post Mail unless otherwise specified. Some items are shipped without tracking to keep costs low. This is the most economical option. Canada Post is incredibly reliable, but can be slow. If you require tracking or a faster delivery please message before ordering. We try to ship any live plants on MONDAYS or TUESDAYS as a precautionary measure to avoid delays over the weekend and ensure the viability of live plant orders. Weather may be a contributing factor in the processing of our orders and will occasionally cause some delay. We will ship seeds anywhere in the world, however, please make sure you check with your country's customs office to be sure that they are allowed in. We will not be held responsible for orders held, confiscated and/or destroyed by customs. Please note this and make sure you understand before you buy it. If you have a question or if you are unclear about shipping policies please contact us. We welcome questions! Contact us before, after, or during any transaction and you will receive a reply ASAP. Thanks for visiting! Don't forget to bookmark us!