{"product_id":"eggplant-black-beauty-200-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Eggplant Black Beauty 200 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(3, 79, 17);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Beauty Eggplant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(7, 74, 13);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 8\/25. OSI.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(7, 74, 13);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexas Minimum Germination Rate: 60%\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Black Beauty Eggplant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Italian Heirloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e A time-tested variety valued for dependable production and rich flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpineless Stems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easier and more comfortable to harvest than spiny eggplant varieties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Glossy Fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces deep purple-black, bell-shaped to oval eggplants about 5–7 inches across.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProductive Plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Healthy plants can provide multiple harvests throughout the warm growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Culinary Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for grilling, roasting, baking, frying, stuffing, and eggplant Parmesan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliable Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Expect harvests in approximately 70–74 days under suitable growing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-Pollinated and Non-GMO:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open-pollinated plants allow experienced gardeners to save properly isolated seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in full sun with at least 6–8 hours of direct light daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use rich, well-drained soil with a pH of 5.5–6.5 and mix finished compost into the bed before planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarting Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors 8–10 weeks before the last expected frost. Transplant after frost danger passes and soil reaches at least 60°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 18–24 inches apart in rows 24–36 inches apart for airflow and fruit development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply and consistently, providing about 1–2 inches weekly. Mulch to help maintain even moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply balanced fertilizer at transplanting, then avoid excessive nitrogen once flowering begins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stake or cage plants early because large fruit can weigh down branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut fruit with pruners while the skin is deeply colored, glossy, and firm. Frequent harvesting encourages continued production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying quality seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Proudly supporting Texas agriculture and local communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds® has taken the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Safe Seed Integrity Pledge\" href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/pages\/safe-seed-integrity-pledge\" style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\"\u003eSafe Seed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds® holds a valid Vegetable Seed License, helping ensure our seeds meet applicable state and federal quality standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e David answers customer service questions, usually within a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEggplant Parmesan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice, bread, bake or fry, then layer with marinara and mozzarella.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrilling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut into thick slices, brush with olive oil and seasonings, and grill until tender.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cube and roast with olive oil, garlic, and herbs for grain bowls, pasta, and vegetable platters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaba Ganoush:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roast or char until soft, then blend the flesh with tahini, lemon, garlic, and seasonings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStuffing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Halve and fill with seasoned vegetables, grains, meat, tomatoes, and herbs before baking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStir-Frying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cube and cook with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and peppers for a savory vegetable dish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center; color: rgb(238, 23, 58);\"\u003eOrder Black Beauty Eggplant Seeds Today\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: rgb(238, 23, 58);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder yours today and grow glossy Black Beauty eggplant for grilling, roasting, and family-favorite recipes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApplies to harvested raw eggplant, not planting seeds. 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