Description
If you’re looking to grow Long Purple Eggplant (also known as Early Long Purple) in your garden, you’re in for a treat! This heirloom variety is a favorite in Australian gardens, producing beautiful, elongated, glossy dark purple fruits that can reach up to 20 to 25 cm long. With their tender flesh and mild, sweet flavor, they’re perfect for all kinds of dishes—think grilling, roasting, stir-fries, and even Mediterranean classics like ratatouille! Not only are these eggplants delicious, but they’re also packed with antioxidants. The purple skin is rich in anthocyanins, which can help lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of heart disease, and offer protection against strokes.
If you live in a cooler climate like Melbourne, here’s a little tip: start by sowing your seeds indoors in August and September. Once your seedlings are ready, let them acclimate by placing them outside in the sun for about a week before you transplant them. Aim to plant them outside from October to December, once the soil has warmed up to at least 20°C. Just make sure to choose a sunny spot with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil that’s been mixed with organic compost and aged manure.











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