Eggplant Seeds - Ichiban

Ichiban eggplant plants are warm-season annuals with a vigorous, upright growth habit and strong branching. They are well adapted to warm and temperate climates and grow best during a long, frost-free season. Plants started from seed establish reliably in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and full sunlight. This variety is suitable for home gardens, raised beds, and container growing, where adequate spacing supports healthy growth and good air circulation throughout the season.

Features

• Upright, vigorous annual growth habit

• Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and container planting

• Adapted to warm and temperate climates

• Performs well during the frost-free growing season

• Suitable for seasonal vegetable garden cultivation

Specifications

• Scientific name: Solanum melongena

• Common name (US): Eggplant

• Seed type / variety: Ichiban eggplant

• Growth habit: Upright, bushy annual

• USDA hardiness zones: 4 to 11 (grown as an annual)

• Planting season: Spring after last frost

• Sowing season:

  • Zones 4 to 6: March to April (indoors), May to June (outdoors)

  • Zones 7 to 9: February to March (indoors), April to May (outdoors)

  • Zones 10 to 11: January to February (outdoors)

• Germination time and conditions: 7 to 14 days; warm soil temperatures with consistent moisture

• Sunlight requirements: Full sun

• Soil requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with moderate organic matter

• Watering needs: Regular watering; maintain evenly moist soil

• Mature plant size: 30 to 36 inches tall, 18 to 24 inches spread

• Plant spacing: 18 to 24 inches apart