Morden Midget Eggplant, 1958 Canadian Heirloom

This delightful, productive, and, yes, hardy, eggplant variety has survived floods, droughts, frosts, and even a hurricane since originating in 1958 at the Morden Research and Development Centre in Canada. It produces stunning, rose-purple flowers and a plethora of 3"-4" purple, oval fruits with a rich, slightly sweet flavor and a tender texture. Plants reach 18-30" tall, making them ideal for growing in containers. 

• 75-80days from transplant
• 25 Seeds per packet

Instructions -

Start eggplant indoors 6-9 weeks before the average last frost. Soak seeds first to encourage germination and then sow ¼" deep. Using bottom heat for a week to 10 days will help with sprouting. Transplant in warm soil in a location that gets 8-10 hours of direct sun each day. If growing eggplant in raised beds or containers, keep the plants well-watered.

• Start Indoors: 8 weeks before the last frost
• Germinate for 14 Days
• Plant Outdoors: 18-24” Apart
• Light: Full Sun

This delightful, productive, and, yes, hardy, eggplant variety has survived floods, droughts, frosts, and even a hurricane since originating in 1958 at the Morden Research and Development Centre in Canada. It produces stunning, rose-purple flowers and a plethora of 3"-4" purple, oval fruits with a rich, slightly sweet flavor and a tender texture. Plants reach 18-30" tall, making them ideal for growing in containers. 

• 60-65 days from transplant
• Organic
• Thornless
• 25 Seeds per packet

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