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Little Fingers
Eggplant
EggplantSolanum melongena 'Little Fingers'
- Full sun
- Zones 9–12
- 65 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 12" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–6.8
Overview
These adorable mini eggplants are perfect for container gardens and small spaces, producing clusters of 3-4 inch finger-sized fruits. The compact plants are incredibly productive and the tiny eggplants are tender, sweet, and cook quickly. Ideal for beginners and perfect for stuffing, grilling whole, or adding to Mediterranean dishes.
Planting
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Transplant after soil warms to 60°F and night temperatures stay above 50°F.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–6.8. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 10-14.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Flea beetles, aphids, cutworms, hornworms. Common diseases: Fusarium wilt, verticillium wilt, early blight.