Bentley Seed Co. Eggplant Black Beauty Seed Packets, 500-mg

An easy and beautiful addition to your garden, the Black Beauty Eggplant has a wonderful flavor and classic oblong shape.

Growing Instructions:

• Start Bentley Seed Black Beauty seeds indoors about 6 weeks before the last frost date in your area.
• Transplant to a sunny location after all danger of frost has passed in the spring.
• Plant seedlings 24" apart in the garden or pots.
• Plants will need to be staked early in the season due to their large, heavy fruit.

Seed Information:

• Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
• Time to Maturity: about 2 1/2 months
• Sun Requirement: full sun
• Spacing: 24" apart
• Depth: 1/4 inch
• 155-165 Black Beauty Eggplant Seeds Per Packet
• Seeds/Oz: 6,500
• Ideal Germination Temperature: 80°F
• Sowing Method: Transplant

Uses:

• Ideal for grilling, baking, and sautéing.

Additional Information:

• Heirloom Year: 1902 Heirloom
• Plant Scientific Name: Solanum melongena