Tiny, tender, and fast to harvest!
Little Finger Eggplant is a compact variety that produces clusters of slender, deep purple fruits with a mild, sweet flavor. It’s perfect for quick cooking, container gardening, and anyone who loves harvesting early and often.
Variety: Little Finger Eggplant (Solanum melongena)
Growth Habit: Warm-season annual
Height: 18–24 inches
Flavor Profile: Mild, tender, and slightly sweet
Color: Deep purple, slender fruits
Planting Conditions: Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost; transplant in full sun
Harvest Timeline: Fruits ready in 60–70 days
Uses: Grilling, roasting, stir-fries, and container gardening
Fun Fact: Named for its petite size, Little Finger eggplant is ideal for small gardens and continuous harvests.
Little Finger eggplants are perfect for gardeners short on space but big on flavor. Their compact size makes them ideal for pots, raised beds, or tucked into sunny corners. Grill them whole, roast them with garlic, or toss them into a sizzling stir-fry—these little beauties cook fast and taste fantastic.
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Full sun with fertile, well-drained soil.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Start indoors ¼ inch deep; transplant seedlings 12–18 inches apart.
💧 Water Regularly: Keep soil evenly moist and mulch to retain moisture.
🌿 Support and Maintain: Stake if needed to support clusters of fruit.
✂️ Harvest: Pick when fruits are 4–6 inches long and glossy—harvest often to encourage more growth.
