Eggplant Indian Purple Long

Indian Purple Long Eggplant · Open-Pollinated · Non-GMO · Origin: Karnataka, South India Plant Profile Botanical Name: Solanum melongena Common Names: Eggplant, Brinjal, Baingan, Badanekayi Variety: Indian Purple Long Pollination: Open-Pollinated Fruit Color: Deep Purple, glossy skin Fruit Shape: Long, slender, and elongated Average Fruit Weight: 80–100 grams Average Fruit Length: ~8 inches Sun Requirement: Full Sun Growing Season: Warm Season International & Regional Names Kannada: Badanekayi Telugu: Vankaya Hindi: Baingan Tamil: Kathirikai English: Eggplant / Brinjal / Aubergine Why Grow Indian Purple Long? Open-pollinated variety sourced from Karnataka, South India Beautiful deep purple, glossy, slender fruits ~8 inches long Convenient 80–100 gram fruit size — easy to slice, chop, and cook Best harvested young and tender for superior flavor and texture Heat-loving and well suited for summer gardens Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and large containers A familiar South Indian-style brinjal you can grow at home Culinary Uses South Indian brinjal curries Badanekayi Palya Eggplant Fry Brinjal Masala Sambar Stir-fries Roasting and Grilling Mixed vegetable curries How to Grow Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before last expected spring frost Sowing Depth: 1/4 inch Ideal Germination Temperature: 75–85°F (24–29°C) Typical Germination: 7–14 days Keep seed-starting medium evenly moist but not waterlogged Transplant outdoors only after all frost danger has passed and nights are consistently warm Harden off seedlings gradually before transplanting Plant Spacing: 24–30 inches apart; Full sun (6–8+ hours daily) Plant in fertile, well-draining soil enriched with compost or organic matter Maintain consistent moisture, especially during flowering and fruit development For containers: one plant per 5-gallon (or larger) container with good drainage in full sun Harvest when fruits are ~8 inches long, deep purple, and skin is smooth and glossy Cut fruit with clean scissors or pruning shears — regular harvesting encourages continued production What NOT To Do Do not transplant while frost risk remains or temperatures are still cool — eggplant needs consistent warmth Do not allow soil to remain excessively dry for extended periods Do not harvest fruits after skin turns dull — flavor and texture decline past peak maturity Do not pull fruits from the plant — always cut to avoid damaging the stem Seed Quality Promise Open-pollinated — no hybrids, no GMOs Each packet contains 50+ seeds (1 Pack), 100+ seeds (2 Pack), or 150+ seeds (3 Pack) Perfect For Home gardeners growing South Indian or Indian-inspired vegetables Cooks who love authentic Karnataka, South Indian, or everyday Indian cuisine Seed savers preserving open-pollinated varieties Summer garden beds, raised beds, and large containers Anyone looking to grow a classic Indian-style long brinjal at home Click here to download our free vegetable growing guide