A classic, high-yielding heirloom variety, Solanum melongena ‘Black Beauty’, commonly known as Black Beauty Eggplant, is prized for its large, glossy, deep purple fruits with rich, meaty flesh. This heat-loving, drought-tolerant plant thrives in warm climates and is ideal for home gardens, raised beds, and container planting. It is an excellent choice for roasting, grilling, and culinary dishes.
Solanum melongena ‘Black Beauty’ (Black Beauty Eggplant)
Solanum melongena ‘Black Beauty’
Black Beauty Eggplant
A classic, high-yielding heirloom variety, Solanum melongena ‘Black Beauty’, commonly known as Black Beauty Eggplant, is prized for its large, glossy, deep purple fruits with rich, meaty flesh. This heat-loving, drought-tolerant plant thrives in warm climates and is ideal for home gardens, raised beds, and container planting. It is an excellent choice for roasting, grilling, and culinary dishes.
| Plant Type | Annual |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 4 (-30° F) |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Flower Season | Summer |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Height | 2-3 ft |
| Spread | 2-3 ft |
| Spacing | 2 ft |
| Characteristics | Edible |
| Attracts | Bees, Pollinators |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
| Tolerance | Clay Soil, Deer, Heat, Rabbit, Rocky Soil |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
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