300 FLORIDA MARKET EGGPLANT Purple Aubergine Solanum Melongena Vegetable Seeds

Description of the Florida Market Eggplant:

The Florida Market Eggplant, also known as Aubergine, belongs to the scientific classification of Solanum Melongena. This variety of eggplant is noted for its dark purple skin complemented by white flesh. The seeds are best planted outdoors after the risk of frost has passed or indoors a few weeks before the last expected frost.

This heirloom eggplant variety originates from Florida and is a favorite for market growers due to its heavy yield and uniform fruit production. The plants typically reach a height of 3 to 4 feet and require a similar spacing between plants. Optimal growth is achieved in full sunlight and with soil and water conditions that are average.

Each plant is capable of producing large, teardrop-shaped fruits that measure approximately 9 to 10 inches in length and feature a glossy dark purple skin. The Florida Market Eggplant is known for its reliability and its ability to produce a consistent, heavy yield on robust, sturdy plants.

Package contains 300 seeds, ideal for gardeners looking to cultivate their own fresh eggplants for culinary use.