{"product_id":"eggplant-shooting-stars-100-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Eggplant Shooting Stars 100 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(129, 24, 118);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEggplant Shooting Stars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a captivating heirloom variety prized for its distinctive purple fruit adorned with striking white striations and smooth, creamy white flesh. This Non-GMO cultivar thrives in both indoor and outdoor growing environments, making it versatile for diverse gardening setups. Reaching maturity in approximately 60 days, it delivers exceptional flavor that complements its ornamental beauty — allowing you to harvest both culinary and aesthetic rewards from a single planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(16, 75, 7);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 94%. Test Date: 11\/25. TLM.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Eggplant Shooting Stars?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Visual Appeal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep purple skin with bold white striations — as beautiful in the garden as it is on the plate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCreamy White Flesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild, smooth interior with fewer seeds and less bitterness than standard globe eggplant varieties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Growing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives both indoors under grow lights and outdoors in garden beds or containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarly Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready to harvest in approximately 60 days — a fast-producing variety for a long season of harvests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrnamental \u0026amp; Edible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Striking enough to grow as a decorative plant while delivering excellent culinary results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom \u0026amp; Open-Pollinated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Passed down through generations — 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarting Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost date. Germination is 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick fruits when skin is glossy and firm. Harvest regularly to keep plants productive throughout the season.\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 Halve or slice lengthwise, brush with olive oil and herbs, and grill — the white striations caramelize beautifully for a stunning presentation.\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, tender flesh 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 for a quick, flavorful side dish that highlights the mild, creamy flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStuffed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Halve and stuff with grains, cheese, or seasoned meat for an elegant baked entrée with striking visual appeal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEggplant Parmesan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice, bread, and bake or fry for a classic Italian-style dish with a visually unique twist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePickled:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quick-pickle slices in vinegar brine for a tangy, colorful condiment that retains the striking striped pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(238, 23, 58);\"\u003eOrder Shooting Stars Eggplant Seeds Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOrder yours today and grow your own stunning Shooting Stars 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). 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