Bride eggplant produces distinctive white fruit brushed with purple, giving the plant strong ornamental appeal as well as a useful garden harvest. The compact-looking fruit develops best during a long, warm season in full sun.
Key Features
- Approximately 25 seeds
- White-and-purple fruit
- Warm-season vegetable for beds and large containers
- Attractive fruit for edible landscapes
What's in the Pack
One packet containing approximately 25 Bride eggplant seeds. Seeds only; plants and fruit are not included.
Planting Instructions
When to Sow
Start indoors 8–10 weeks before your average last frost. Transplant after frost danger has passed, soil is warm and nighttime temperatures remain above about 55°F.
Sowing and Germination
Sow 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix. Keep evenly moist and warm, ideally 75–85°F. Germination often takes 7–14 days, but cooler conditions can delay emergence.
Spacing and Care
Set plants 18–24 inches apart in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Water consistently during flowering and fruit development. A stake or small cage can support plants carrying multiple fruits.
Growing Information
| Botanical name |
Solanum melongena |
| Life cycle |
Tender perennial, usually grown as an annual |
| Sun |
Full sun |
| Typical germination |
7–14 days |
| Typical harvest |
About 70–90 days after transplanting |
| Growing zones |
Warm-season annual in all USDA zones |
Harvest and Use
Harvest when fruit is firm, glossy and reaches the desired size. Dull skin and hardening seeds can indicate overmaturity. Cut fruit from the plant rather than pulling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Bride eggplant grow in a container?
Yes. Use a large container with drainage, full sun and steady moisture.
Why are flowers dropping without fruit?
Cold nights, extreme heat, water stress and weak pollination can cause blossom drop.
Will every fruit have identical coloring?
No. White and purple patterning, size and maturity time can vary with individual plants and growing conditions.
Please note: Seed counts are approximate. Fruit color and shape may vary naturally. No organic, heirloom or non-GMO certification is claimed.
