Fairy Tale Eggplant

Solanum melongena

About Plant: Fairy Tale Eggplant

Fairy Tale Eggplant is a named garden cultivar; use its crop-specific timing and local frost conditions to guide planting and harvest.

Growing Profile

SunlightFull Sun

WaterModerate

SoilFertile, well-drained (6.0–7.0)

Spacing18–24 inches

HeightVaries

Time to Harvest60–85 days from transplant

Planting Depth1/4 inch from seed; transplant at nursery depth

Germination TimeVaries

Expert Growing Tips

Transplant outdoors 2-3 weeks after last frost when nights stay above 55°F. Pinch first flowers to encourage stronger plant. Remove suckers below first fork.