Eggplant Seeds – Ophelia
Eggplant Seeds – Ophelia
Eggplant Seeds – Ophelia

Eggplant Seeds – Ophelia

These seeds are suitable for home gardening use
$15.45 USD
$15.45 USD
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Product description

The Ophelia Eggplant is a compact and decorative variety known for producing small, glossy purple fruits on tidy plants. Its mild flavor and tender texture make it excellent for roasting, grilling, or adding to a variety of dishes. This variety matures quickly and is ideal for both container and garden growing.

Features and Specifications:

  • Common Name (US): Eggplant Seeds

  • Variety Name: Ophelia

  • Plant Habit: Compact, bushy growth, suitable for pots and small gardens

  • Fruit Characteristics: Small, round, deep purple skin with tender flesh

  • Maturity: Approximately 50–60 days from transplanting

  • Growing Season: Warm season crop; grows best in late spring and summer

  • USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (grown annually in zones 4–8)

  • Sowing Months:

    • Zones 9–11: February–July

    • Zones 7–8: March–June

    • Zones 5–6: April–May

    • Zones 4 and below: Start indoors in March–April and transplant after frost

  • Light Requirements: Full sun

  • Soil Needs: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter

  • Watering: Regular, even moisture without waterlogging

  • Uses: Roasting, grilling, baking, stuffing, and sautéed dishes