Black Beauty Eggplant is a classic Italian heirloom prized for glossy, deep purple-black fruit, spineless stems, reliable production, and rich culinary versatility. These non-GMO seeds produce large bell-shaped to oval eggplants about 5–7 inches across, with tender, creamy flesh beneath their striking dark skin. Black Beauty matures in approximately 70–74 days and performs best with full sun, warm soil, consistent moisture, and sturdy support. Harvest while the fruit is glossy and firm for the best flavor and texture.

Germination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 8/25. OSI.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 60%

Why Choose Black Beauty Eggplant?

• Classic Italian Heirloom: A time-tested variety valued for dependable production and rich flavor.
• Spineless Stems: Easier and more comfortable to harvest than spiny eggplant varieties.
• Large Glossy Fruit: Produces deep purple-black, bell-shaped to oval eggplants about 5–7 inches across.
• Productive Plants: Healthy plants can provide multiple harvests throughout the warm growing season.
• Versatile Culinary Uses: Excellent for grilling, roasting, baking, frying, stuffing, and eggplant Parmesan.
• Reliable Maturity: Expect harvests in approximately 70–74 days under suitable growing conditions.
• Open-Pollinated and Non-GMO: Open-pollinated plants allow experienced gardeners to save properly isolated seed.

Planting Tips for Success

• Sunlight: Plant in full sun with at least 6–8 hours of direct light daily.
• Soil: Use rich, well-drained soil with a pH of 5.5–6.5 and mix finished compost into the bed before planting.
• Starting Seeds: Start indoors 8–10 weeks before the last expected frost. Transplant after frost danger passes and soil reaches at least 60°F.
• Spacing: Space plants 18–24 inches apart in rows 24–36 inches apart for airflow and fruit development.
• Watering: Water deeply and consistently, providing about 1–2 inches weekly. Mulch to help maintain even moisture.
• Fertilizing: Apply balanced fertilizer at transplanting, then avoid excessive nitrogen once flowering begins.
• Support: Stake or cage plants early because large fruit can weigh down branches.
• Harvesting: Cut fruit with pruners while the skin is deeply colored, glossy, and firm. Frequent harvesting encourages continued production.

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Cooking Methods

• Eggplant Parmesan: Slice, bread, bake or fry, then layer with marinara and mozzarella.
• Grilling: Cut into thick slices, brush with olive oil and seasonings, and grill until tender.
• Roasting: Cube and roast with olive oil, garlic, and herbs for grain bowls, pasta, and vegetable platters.
• Baba Ganoush: Roast or char until soft, then blend the flesh with tahini, lemon, garlic, and seasonings.
• Stuffing: Halve and fill with seasoned vegetables, grains, meat, tomatoes, and herbs before baking.
• Stir-Frying: Cube and cook with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and peppers for a savory vegetable dish.

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Nutritional Information

Applies to harvested raw eggplant, not planting seeds. Per 1 cup cubed, approximately 82g:

• Calories: 20
• Total Fat: 0.1g (0% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 2mg (0% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrate: 4.8g (2% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 2.5g (9% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 2.9g
• Protein: 0.8g

*Percent Daily Value is based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Nutritional values are estimates for harvested eggplant.

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Harvest eggplant while the skin is glossy and the fruit is firm. Overripe fruit may become dull, seedy, and bitter. Results vary with growing conditions, climate, care, and harvest timing.
• Seed Storage: Store unused seeds in a cool, dry place away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight. Seal opened packets for best viability.
• Planting Zones: Eggplant is a warm-season annual. Plant after frost danger has passed and the soil has warmed, following local planting guidance.

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