Eggplant Seeds – Dark Violet

Grow rich, glossy fruit with Dark Violet Eggplant Seeds (Heirloom), a reliable warm-season variety known for its deep purple skin, smooth texture, and productive growth. This classic eggplant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it an excellent choice for raised beds, garden rows, and container gardening.

As a non-GMO heirloom type with high germination, Dark Violet Eggplant produces firm, uniform fruits on sturdy plants that handle heat well. Ideal for home gardeners looking for a dependable, vibrant eggplant variety for summer harvests.

Features

• Produces glossy, dark violet eggplants

• Smooth texture and excellent flavor

• Heirloom, non-GMO seeds with high germination

• Heat-tolerant and productive throughout summer

• Great for raised beds, containers, and home vegetable gardens

Specifications

• Common Name: Dark Violet Eggplant

• Botanical Name: Solanum melongena

• Variety: Dark Violet (Heirloom)

• Color: Deep violet/purple skin

• Plant Type: Warm-season annual

• Planting Season: Late Spring to Early Summer

  • Zones 3–4: Start indoors Feb–Apr; transplant after frost

  • Zones 5–6: Start indoors Feb–Mar; transplant May–June

  • Zones 7–8: Start indoors Jan–Mar; transplant Apr–May

  • Zones 9–10: Direct sow or transplant Mar–Apr

• Growing Zones: Suitable for Zones 3–10

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Soil Requirement: Fertile, well-drained soil

• Germination Time: 7–14 days

• Days to Maturity: 70–85 days

• Plant Height: 24–48 inches

• Growth Habit: Bushy, upright plants