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Long Purple
Eggplant
EggplantSolanum melongena 'Long Purple'
- Full sun
- Zones 9–12
- 75 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 24" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–6.8
Overview
A classic heirloom variety that has been grown in American gardens since the 1800s, producing beautiful elongated purple fruits with excellent flavor. This reliable variety is known for its consistent production and traditional eggplant taste that's perfect for classic recipes. The fruits have tender flesh with a rich, satisfying flavor that develops beautifully when cooked.
Planting
Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost date. Transplant when nighttime temperatures consistently stay above 50°F.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–6.8. Space plants 24" apart. Germination: 10-15.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Flea beetles, Colorado potato beetle, aphids, hornworms. Common diseases: Verticillium wilt, bacterial wilt, early blight, late blight.