4000 Long Purple Italian Eggplant Seeds, Fingerling, NON-GMO, Fast Shipping

Grow your own delicious Long Purple Italian Eggplant with this generous packet of approximately 4000 seeds (1/2 oz). This heirloom fingerling variety produces slender, deep purple eggplants with excellent flavor and tender flesh, perfect for grilling, roasting, and Italian dishes. These seeds are NON-GMO and open-pollinated.

**Plant Information:**
- Variety: Long Purple Italian Eggplant (Fingerling type)
- Fruit: Slender, elongated shape, 6-8 inches long, deep purple skin
- Flavor: Mild, sweet, and tender with minimal seeds
- Maturity: Approximately 70-80 days from transplant
- Plant Size: Compact plants, 24-36 inches tall

**Growing Requirements:**
- USDA Zones: 4-11 (annual in cooler zones, perennial in warm climates)
- Sunlight: Full sun (6-8 hours daily)
- Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil with pH 5.5-6.5
- Water: Consistent moisture, 1-2 inches per week
- Spacing: 18-24 inches between plants
- Planting Depth: ¼ inch deep
- Germination: 7-14 days at 75-85°F soil temperature

Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost. Transplant after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Eggplants thrive in warm conditions and benefit from black plastic mulch in cooler climates. Harvest when fruits are glossy and firm, before skin dulls. Regular harvesting encourages continued production throughout the season.