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Eggplant Variety Guide: Italian, Asian & Specialty Types

Classic Black Beauty to slender Asian varieties. Heat requirements, container growing tips, and culinary uses.

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Varieties

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Zone Guides

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Species

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All 3 Eggplant Varieties

B

Black Beauty (Classic American Standard)

74-85 days to maturity

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F

Fairy Tale (Award-Winning Mini Hybrid)

74-85 days to maturity

Zone 10aZone 10bZone 11aZone 11bZone 12aZone 12b+18 more

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R

Rosa Bianca (Italian Gourmet Heirloom)

74-85 days to maturity

Zone 10aZone 10bZone 11aZone 11bZone 12aZone 12b+18 more

View full guide + 26 zone pages →

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Each variety has dedicated growing guides for all 26 USDA hardiness zones. Click your zone to see which eggplant varieties grow best in your area.

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