Long purple eggplant seeds - Vegetable Plant

Long Purple eggplant seeds produce vigorous, warm-season plants with upright, branching growth and broad green foliage. This variety adapts well to consistently warm conditions and performs reliably in garden beds, raised beds, and container cultivation. It prefers fertile, well-drained soil and regular watering to support steady development. Long Purple eggplant establishes well under stable temperatures and is suitable for extended warm-season growing.

Features

• Upright, branching plant with vigorous growth habit
• Suitable for warm and sunny growing conditions
• Performs well in garden beds, raised beds, and containers
• Prefers fertile, well-drained soil
• Requires consistent moisture for steady growth
• Adaptable to long warm growing seasons

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Solanum melongena
• Common Name (US): Eggplant
• Seed Type / Variety: Long Purple variety
• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy annual
• USDA Zones: 5–11 (grown as annual)
• Planting Season: Spring to early summer
• Growing Season: Warm season
• Sowing Season:
  • Spring: March to May
  • Early Summer: June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7–14 days at 22–30°C with consistent moisture
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Mature Plant Size: 60–100 cm height, 45–60 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 45–60 cm apart