A native of Ping Tung, Taiwan, this very long, very slender, very unique variety of eggplant can sometimes grow to be an amazing 18 inches long. Its flesh is incredibly sweet and tender and works well in countless recipes, making Ping Tung Long eggplant a must-have vegetable in every home garden and kitchen. Each plant will surprise you with as many as 20 eggplants each, and there's no limit to the fun you can have coming up with creative ways to use them all. When mature, most Ping Tung eggplants will average about 12 inches in length and 2 inches in width and will weigh approximately 1.5 pounds. Once your eggplants have a high gloss and are dark purple in color, they're ready to be picked. To be sure, press gently on the skin; it should remain indented and not spring back. It's best to use your eggplants immediately after picking for the greatest flavor and texture, but they will keep in the fridge for several days and can be frozen if cooked first. It's also important to note that the leaves and flowers of eggplants are harmful if ingested.
More Information| SKU | DL013831 |
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| Item Package Size | Packet |
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| Seeds Per Packet | approx. 105 seeds per packet |
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| Botanical Name | Solanum melongena |
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| How To Grow | Start indoors in most areas; direct sow possible in warmer climates |
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| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
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| Planting Depth | 1/4 inch |
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| Seed Spacing | 18-24 inches |
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| Row Spacing | 30-36 inches |
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| Space After Thinning | 18-24 inches |
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| Days To Germinate | 10-20 days |
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| Days To Maturity | 65-75 |
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| Growth Rate | Medium |
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| Tolerates | Heat |
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| Seed Life Cycle | Perennial |
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| Certifications | Heirloom |
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| Advantages | Good For Containers, Ornamental, Edible |
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| Item Unit Of Measure | Packet |
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| Ships As | Seed |
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| Ships To Canada | Yes |
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