{"product_id":"eggplant-long-purple-100-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Eggplant Long Purple 100 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(64, 9, 88);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEggplant Long Purple\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, also known as Italian Long Purple, is a classic heirloom variety producing elongated fruits typically 8–12 inches long and about 2 inches wide, slightly bulbous at the blossom end, with smooth, glossy deep purple skin and creamy white interior. Compact, vigorous plants produce abundantly throughout the season, making this variety a reliable choice for home gardeners seeking authentic Italian-style eggplant for grilling, roasting, and everyday cooking. Ready to harvest in approximately 60 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(14, 108, 39);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 94%. Germination Date: 10\/25. TLM.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Eggplant Long Purple?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Italian Heirloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic Long Purple variety with a rich heritage in Italian and Mediterranean gardens — passed down for at least 75 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlender, Elongated Fruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beautiful 8–12 inch glossy purple fruits that are ideal for grilling, slicing, and roasting whole.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTender, Mild Flesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamy white interior with fewer seeds than globe varieties — less bitter, more versatile in the kitchen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarly Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready to harvest in just 60 days — one of the faster-maturing eggplant varieties available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Yield:\u003c\/strong\u003e Productive plants bear abundant fruit throughout the growing season with regular harvesting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom \u0026amp; Open-Pollinated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Save seeds year after year for a self-sustaining garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants whose DNA has not been altered in ways that do not occur naturally through traditional breeding methods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun — at least 6–8 hours per day. Eggplant is a heat-loving crop that thrives in warm, sunny conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 5.5–6.5. Amend with compost before planting for best results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarting Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost date. Eggplant germinates best at 75–85°F soil temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransplanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transplant outdoors after all frost danger has passed and nighttime temps are consistently above 55°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 18–24 inches apart in rows 30–36 inches apart for good airflow and fruit development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist — deep watering once or twice per week. Inconsistent moisture can cause bitter fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply balanced fertilizer at transplant; switch to a low-nitrogen, phosphorus-rich formula once flowering begins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stake or cage plants as they mature — heavy fruit production can cause branches to droop or break.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick fruits when skin is glossy and firm at 6–12 inches. Dull skin indicates over-maturity — harvest regularly to keep plants productive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose David’s Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and 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 rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Seed Integrity Pledge\" href=\"https:\/\/www.safeseedpledge.org\/\" style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSeed 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, ensuring our seeds meet state and federal quality standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e David answers all customer service questions. Usually within a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrilled:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice lengthwise, brush with olive oil and herbs, and grill for 4–5 minutes per side — the slender shape grills perfectly without falling apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoasted:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roast whole or halved at 425°F for 20–25 minutes for smoky, caramelized eggplant ideal for dips and spreads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSautéed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dice and sauté in olive oil with garlic and tomatoes for a quick Italian-style side dish or pasta sauce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaba Ganoush:\u003c\/strong\u003e Char whole over an open flame or broiler, scoop out flesh, and blend with tahini, lemon, and garlic for authentic baba ganoush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEggplant Parmesan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice, bread, and bake or fry for classic eggplant parmesan — the slender shape creates perfect portion-sized slices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStuffed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Halve lengthwise, scoop, and stuff with seasoned grains, cheese, or ground meat for an elegant baked entrée.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(238, 23, 58);\"\u003eOrder Long Purple Eggplant Seeds Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOrder yours today and grow your own fresh Long Purple eggplant in your spring and fall gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApplies to harvested eggplant (not planting seeds). Per 1 cup (99g) raw eggplant:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalories:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Fat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.1g (0% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSodium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2mg (0% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Carbohydrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.8g (2% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fiber:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5g (9% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Sugars:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.9g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtein:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.2mg (2% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin K:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5mcg (3% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 188mg (4% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManganese:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2mg (9% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Percent Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet. 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