EGGPLANT SEED (250 seeds avg. per gram/750 seeds avg. per 1/8ounce) Seeds must be started indoors 8-10 weeks prior to last frost. Sow seeds 1/4" deep and provide a soil temperature of 24-27C (75-80F). Even moisture is essential while the seed is germinating. Germination is slow (up to 2 weeks). Gradually harden off seedlings, but do not allow temperature to go below 15C (60F). Transplant 18" apart in beds or rows 20-30" apart. Eggplants are moderate feeders and do well in very fertile soil with a pH level of 5.5 to 6.8. Apply compost and well rotted manure along with bonemeal. (EP05) EGGPLANT LONG PURPLE 2 (71 days) From Naples, Italy comes this classic heirloom with deep glossy purple elongated fruits. Long shape makes it very suitable for slicing and frying. 2.2 grams approx 550 seeds UNTREATED - $2.59 Quantity : Size : 2 grams packet $2.59 50 grams bulk packet $11.95 (EP07) MINI EGGPLANT OPHELIA F1 HYBRID Here's a terrific early eggplant for the home grower wanting to grow eggplant, but have been intimidated by the size of the plants, or the market grower wanting to supply the increasing demand for 'single serving' vegetables. Classic ovoid/egg shape, rich purple color and flavor to match. .2 gram approx 50 seeds UNTREATED - $3.69 Quantity :

(EP04) EGGPLANT VIOLETTA DI FIRENZE (97 days) Large stocky and beautiful eggplant, needs lots of heat to produce heavy. An heirloom variety from Florence, Italy. Imported. 2.2 grams approx 550 seeds UNTREATED - $2.59 Quantity : Size : 2 grams packet $2.59 50 grams bulk packet $11.95 (EP08) MINI EGGPLANT ORLANDO F1 HYBRID Like the EP07 Ophelia, this small early eggplant is suitable for small spaces and container cultivation. Classic long purple fruit are great for slicing & frying, and for single servings. .2 gram approx 50 seeds UNTREATED - $3.69 Quantity :

(EP03) EGGPLANT ROSA BIANCA (SFUMATA ROSA, ROMANESCO) (75 days) A gorgeous white to white blush Italian variety. Beautiful flavor to match its looks. All our seed is procured directly from Italy from the famous produce fields along the Adriatic Coast for pure authentic seed strains. 4 grams approx 1000 seeds UNTREATED - $2.59 Quantity : Size : 4 grams packet $2.59 50 grams bulk packet $11.95 500 grams bulk container $74.95

(EP02) EGGPLANT PROSPEROSA (85 days) Large light muave round eggplant well-known in Europe's fine restaurants & markets. A wonderful heirloom round eggplant from the Tuscany region of Italy. True to its name an abundant producer. 2 grams approx 500 seeds - $2.59 Quantity :

(EP09) EGGPLANT BLACK BEAUTY (80 days) Popular standard Heirloom eggplant. Glossy purplish-black fruits with up to 5 per plant. Large fruits with exceptional taste. A classic. 2.5 grams UNTREATED - $2.39 Quantity : Size : .5 gram packet $2.39 50 grams bulk packet $11.95

(EP12) EGGPLANT KAMO (60 days) Authentic Kyoto Eggplant from Japan. Rich flavor for the restaurant market grower and home gourmet gardener. Considered the finest of all eggplants in Japan, hard to find in the U.S. 1/2 lb fruit measureing 4" in diameter. .5 gram approx 150 seeds UNTREATED - $2.39 Quantity : Size : .5 gram $2.39 10 grams $5.95 (EP11) EGGPLANT SALANGANA F.1 HYBRID (61 days)Medium-early erect and long slender Italian hybrid variety. Deep Purple with extremely high yields, very nice selection. 20cm long average with long keeping variety. .2 gram approx 50 seeds UNTREATED - $3.69 Quantity : Size : .2 gram packet $3.59 10 grams bulk packet $32.95

(EP14) EGGPLANT CLAUDIA F.1 HYBRID (59 days) This early hybrid variety produces long, deep purple fruits with green calyx. Plants are tall with medium sized leaves. It is heat tolerant and resistant to bacterial wilt. High yielder. .5 gram approx 125 seeds UNTREATED - $2.59 Quantity : Size : .5 gram packet $2.59 5 gram bulk packet $8.95 (EP13) EGGPLANT PRIMATO F.1 HYBRID (59 days) A very high quality eggplant with a deep round shape. This hybrid has large size, full net and a very tight small cavity. A wonderful selection for market or home. 1 gram approx 250 seeds UNTREATED - $2.59 Quantity : Size : 1 gram packet $2.59 5 grams bulk packet $9.95 (EP06) EGGPLANT BALUROI F.1 HYBRID (59 days) This early hybrid eggplant produces long, deep purple fruits with a green caliyx. The plants are tall, with medium sized leaves. It is heat tolerant and resistant to bacterial wilt. A high yielder with great flavor. .5 gram approx 125 seeds UNTREATED - $3.39 Quantity :

(EP10-HM) EGGPLANT ITALIAN BLUSH (85 days) Excellent Italian strain 'rediscovered' in the Chicago area. A creamy white variety with small sections of lavender blush. A creamy pattern reminding you of a 'Rosa Bianca' with the shape of long Italian types such as "Violetta Lunga" with a wonderful creamy white flesh. Grows up to 10" and 2" to 4" in diameter. 75 seeds avg. - $2.39 SORRY, UNAVAILABLE FOR 2008