Florida High Bush Eggplant

(Solanum melongena) Standard market variety bred in Florida in the 1940s for the commercial trade. Vigorous, upright, well branched plants bear continuously throughout the season. Large purple-black pear-shaped fruits with white flesh are held high off the ground. Disease and drought resistant. 75-85 days from transplant.

Green Thumb Tip
Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Transplant outdoors once danger of frost has passed and soil is warm. Using landscape fabric or black plastic can accelerate growth and productivity in cooler climates.