Eggplant Guide

Eggplant Comparison Chart

Compare every eggplant we carry side by side. Globe eggplants grow the big, dark fruits for slicing and baking; Italian types come round, oval or long in purple, lavender and striped colors; and Asian eggplants grow long, slender fruits with thin, tender skin. Mini eggplants fit containers, and Turkish and ornamental types add bright orange color. Tap any variety to see full details and order seed.

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74–78 days

Globe

Large, dark oval fruits for slicing and baking.

60–80 days

Italian

Creamy flesh in purple, lavender and stripes.

58–100 days

Asian

Long, slender fruits with thin, tender skin.

50–80 days

Mini & Specialty

Container minis plus Turkish and ornamental types.

Globe Eggplant

Variety	Days	Color	Shape	Best For	Notes	Fruit
Goya F1 Hybrid	74	Deep purple	Round globe	Dips, sauces	Extra firm; stores well	1–2 lb
Black Beauty Heirloom	75	Deep purple	Large oval	Slicing, baking	Classic since 1902	1–2 lb
Black Beauty Heirloom Organic	75	Deep purple	Large oval	Slicing, baking	Classic since 1902	1–2 lb
Florida Market High Bush Heirloom	78	Purple	Large oval	Slicing, baking	Heat & drought hardy	1–2 lb

Italian Eggplant

Variety	Days	Color	Shape	Best For	Notes	Fruit
Galaxy of Stars	60	Purple, white	Small oval	Stuffing, roasting	Striped; containers	3–4 in.
Prosperosa F1 Hybrid	70	Violet	Round, ribbed	Stuffing, roasting	Meaty, mild flesh	4–5 in.
Long Purple Heirloom	75	Deep purple	Long, slim	Grilling, roasting	Few seeds; mild	8–10 in.
Picasso F1 Hybrid	75	Deep purple	Half-long	Slicing, baking	Holds color all season	8–16 oz
Rosa Bianca Heirloom Organic	80	Lavender, white	Round	Stuffing, roasting	Creamy; never bitter	4–5 in.

Asian Eggplant

Variety	Days	Color	Shape	Best For	Notes	Fruit
Orient Express F1 Hybrid	58	Glossy purple	Long, slender	Stir-fry, grilling	Heat & cold tolerant	8–10 in.
Little Finger	60	Dark purple	Finger, clusters	Stir-fry, grilling	Thin skin; few seeds	6–8 in.
Casper	71	White	Long, smooth	Grilling, roasting	Mushroom-like flavor	5–7 in.
Bride F1 Hybrid	74	White, lavender	Long, slender	Stir-fry, grilling	Tender; bitter-free	8 in.
Louisiana Long Green Heirloom	100	Pale green	Banana	Grilling, roasting	Nutty, mild flavor	8–9 in.

Eggplant needs real heat

Eggplant is one of the most heat-loving garden crops. Wait until nights stay above 55°F before transplanting, and use black plastic or a warm, sunny spot to get plants going. Pick fruits while the skin is still glossy; regular picking keeps plants producing until frost.

Mini & Container Eggplant

Variety	Days	Color	Shape	Best For	Notes	Fruit
Patio Baby F1 Hybrid AAS Winner	50	Dark purple	Mini egg	Containers, grilling	Spineless; 24 in. plant	2–3 in.
Piccolo	60	Purple, white	Plump oval	Stuffing, pickling	Striped; productive	3–4 in.
Pinstripe F1 Hybrid	60	Purple, white	Mini oval	Containers, grilling	Spineless; prolific	3–4 in.

Turkish & Ornamental Eggplant

Variety	Days	Color	Shape	Best For	Notes	Fruit
Pumpkin on a Stick Heirloom	75	Orange-red	Ribbed, mini	Fall décor	Dried stems for décor	1–2 oz
Turkish Orange Heirloom	80	Orange-red	Round	Stews, stir-fry	Pick green to orange	2–3 in.

Eggplant Types

GlobeLarge oval fruits for slicing, baking and eggplant parmesan.

ItalianRound to teardrop fruits with creamy flesh and few seeds.

AsianLong, slim fruits with thin skin; no peeling needed.

Days are from transplanting to first harvest (add 8–10 weeks when starting from seed) and are typical values from breeders and seed trials; results vary with growing conditions. Pumpkin on a Stick is grown mainly for ornamental dried stems.