Glossy, rich, and garden-classic!
Black Beauty Eggplant is a timeless heirloom that brings deep purple shine and creamy texture to your summer harvest. Whether you’re grilling, roasting, or layering it into eggplant parmesan, this variety delivers bold flavor and beautiful fruits that feel right at home in any garden.
Variety: Black Beauty Eggplant (Solanum melongena)
Growth Habit: Warm-season annual
Height: 24–36 inches
Flavor Profile: Mild, rich, and creamy
Color: Deep purple, glossy fruits
Planting Conditions: Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost; transplant in full sun
Harvest Timeline: Fruits ready in 75–85 days
Uses: Grilling, roasting, stuffing, and Mediterranean dishes
Fun Fact: Black Beauty was introduced in the early 1900s and remains one of the most popular eggplant varieties for home gardens.
Black Beauty eggplants are the kind you want sizzling on the grill or bubbling in a tray of homemade parm. Their meaty texture and mild flavor soak up herbs, olive oil, and smoky char like a dream. Slice them thick for kebabs, roast them whole, or stuff them with savory fillings, this eggplant is as versatile as it is beautiful.
To Full Size
🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Full sun with rich, well-drained soil.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Start indoors ¼ inch deep; transplant seedlings 18–24 inches apart.
💧 Water Consistently: Keep soil moist and mulch to retain moisture.
🌿 Support and Maintain: Stake plants to support heavy fruits and prevent tipping.
✂️ Harvest: Pick when fruits are glossy and 6–8 inches long, dull skin means it’s past its prime.
