Eggplant Seeds - Orient

Orient eggplant plants are warm-season annuals with an upright, moderately vigorous growth habit and well-branched structure. They are adapted to warm and temperate climates and require a frost-free growing period with consistent warmth and sunlight. When grown from seed, plants establish steadily in fertile, well-drained soil and respond well to regular watering. This variety is suitable for home gardens, raised beds, and container planting where adequate spacing supports airflow and balanced seasonal growth.

Features

• Upright, moderately 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: Orient 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: 24 to 36 inches tall, 18 to 24 inches spread

• Plant spacing: 18 to 24 inches apart