Elegant, creamy, and compact!
Half-Long White Eggplant is a graceful garden addition with slender ivory fruits and a delicate, buttery flavor. Its smooth texture and mild taste make it perfect for grilling, roasting, or adding a gourmet touch to your summer meals.
Variety:Ā Half-Long White Eggplant (Solanum melongena)
Growth Habit:Ā Warm-season annual
Height:Ā 24ā36 inches
Flavor Profile:Ā Mild, creamy, and slightly sweet
Color:Ā Glossy white, elongated fruits
Planting Conditions:Ā Start indoors 8ā10 weeks before last frost; transplant in full sun
Harvest Timeline:Ā Fruits ready in 70ā80 days
Uses:Ā Grilling, roasting, gourmet dishes, and visual appeal
Fun Fact:Ā White eggplants were once more common than purple and are prized for their tender skin and low bitterness.
Half-Long White eggplants are a chefās favorite for their elegant look and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Slice them lengthwise and toss them on the grill, roast them with herbs, or layer them into creamy casseroles. Their mild flavor pairs beautifully with garlic, olive oil, and fresh garden tomatoesāmaking every dish feel a little fancy.
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šĀ Choose a Sunny Spot:Ā Full sun with rich, well-drained soil.
š±Ā Sow the Seeds:Ā Start indoors Ā¼ inch deep; transplant seedlings 18ā24 inches apart.
š§Ā Water Consistently:Ā Keep soil moist and mulch to retain moisture.
šæĀ Support and Maintain:Ā Stake plants to support heavy fruits and prevent bending.
āļøĀ Harvest:Ā Pick when fruits are 5ā7 inches long and glossy whiteādonāt wait too long or theyāll lose their tenderness.
