Umuthi Brinjal (Black Beauty) Seeds
Umuthi Brinjal (Black Beauty) Seeds
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Umuthi Brinjal (Black Beauty) Seeds produce classic, glossy purple eggplants with mild, creamy flesh and a meaty texture. Plants thrive in warm conditions with full sun and rich, well-draining soil, and reward steady care with dependable yields through the season. Fruits cook beautifully on the braai, in curries, bakes and stir-fries, soaking up flavours while holding a silky bite.
♡ Why we love it: A reliable heirloom with generous harvests and excellent kitchen versatility. Firm, glossy fruits signal perfect picking, and the flavour is mild enough to suit everything from grills to saucy dishes.
Size: 200 Seeds.
Uses
- Grow for abundant mid to late summer harvests
- Ideal for grilling, roasting, baking and curries
- Great in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and South Asian recipes
Benefits
- Heirloom variety known for dependable yields
- Mild, creamy flavour that takes on seasonings well
- Large, glossy fruits with a pleasing, meaty texture
How to use
- When to sow: Start indoors; transplant after last frost when soil is warm
- Position: Full sun; rich, well-draining soil
- Sowing: 1 cm deep; space plants 60-90 cm apart
- Water: Keep evenly moist; avoid waterlogging
- Germination: 7-14 days in warm conditions
- Harvest: 70-90 days from transplant, when fruit is glossy and firm; pick regularly to encourage further set
Storage
Store seeds in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. Reseal after opening.
Ingredients
Brinjal Black Beauty (Solanum melongena) Seeds
Country of Origin: Varies by batch.
For your safety
- Seed for cultivation; not for consumption
- Wear gloves if you have sensitive skin when handling plants
- Keep out of reach of children and pets
