Articles by Norann Oleson

Ping Tung Eggplant

Ping Tung Eggplant

The Ping Tung eggplant is a Thai eggplant that is non-stop producer of 12 to 18 inch long by 1 to 2 inch wide fruits with small white flowers. In  
Orient Express Eggplant

Orient Express Eggplant

The Orient Express eggplant is an early-bearing varietal that produces a ton of slender fruit, and is considered the most reliable Asian eggplant varietal. Fruits are 8 to 10 inches  
Ichiban Eggplant

Ichiban Eggplant

Gardeners agree that Ichiban is one of the best-tasting, thin-skinned eggplant varietals. This delicious Japanese eggplant grows quickly with fruits that are 10 inches long, and 1 to 2 inches  
Snowy Eggplant

Snowy Eggplant

Snowy eggplant is a white, quick-growing eggplant. Plants only grow about 24 inches, fruit grows to be about 7 inches long, and are ready to start harvesting in 60 days.  
Barbarella Eggplant

Barbarella Eggplant

Barbarella eggplant is a sturdy Italian fruit that holds up great in eggplant parmesan and other dishes. It’s also sturdy enough to stuff and roast whole. You can tell it’s  
Black Beauty Eggplant

Black Beauty Eggplant

Black Beauty eggplant is an heirloom Italian varietal that bears a large, classic, glossy fruit that can weigh up to 2 pounds each. It’s popular in southern gardens where tropical  
Fairy Tale Eggplant

Fairy Tale Eggplant

Fairy Tale eggplant is considered one of the best-tasting eggplants. They’re fast to grow, tender, sweet, creamy, and flavorful, and they produce a ton of fruit, sometimes in clusters. They  
Dealing with Eggplant Pests

Dealing with Eggplant Pests

Pests on your eggplants, left unchecked, can damage and destroy your developing plants. Keeping a close watch on your plants during regular daily inspections will help you spot any pests  
Dealing with Eggplant Diseases

Dealing with Eggplant Diseases

Like all food crops, eggplant is susceptible to various fungal diseases. Your best weapons against these are best planting practices, which help prevent disease in the first place.