The classic eggplant, with large, glossy, deep-purple fruit on a sturdy bush. Needs a long, hot season and is best raised in trays before transplanting.
At a glance
- Plant type: Edible plant
- Mature size: 90 cm tall
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Eggplant 'Black Beauty'
Solanum melongena 'Black Beauty' is an moderate-growing edible plant in the Solanaceae family. It reaches around 90 cm tall at maturity.
Where to grow Eggplant 'Black Beauty'
Eggplant 'Black Beauty' suits warm-temperate, subtropical and tropical climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Eggplant 'Black Beauty' does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Eggplant 'Black Beauty' is regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Eggplant 'Black Beauty' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall it is moderate maintenance.
Using Eggplant 'Black Beauty' in the garden
Eggplant 'Black Beauty' earns its place for edible harvests and pots and courtyard containers. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Eggplant 'Black Beauty' with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
Note that it is toxic to cats and dogs, so site it away from pets that chew.
Buying Eggplant 'Black Beauty'
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Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Eggplant 'Black Beauty' seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.