Ping Tung Eggplant against wooden prop on a white background.
Ping Tung Eggplant in various shapes.
Ping Tung Eggplant freshly picked from garden.
Ping Tung Eggplant with decorative tin and blooms.
Close-up Ping Tung Eggplant showing color variation during growing.
Eggplant Seeds, Ping Tung
Ping Tung Eggplant against wooden prop on a white background.
Ping Tung Eggplant in various shapes.
Ping Tung Eggplant freshly picked from garden.
Ping Tung Eggplant with decorative tin and blooms.
Close-up Ping Tung Eggplant showing color variation during growing.
Eggplant Seeds, Ping Tung

Eggplant Seeds,
Ping Tung

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Description

(Solanum melongena). A wonderful eggplant from Ping Tung, Taiwan. Fruit is purple and up to 14 inches long and 2 inches in diameter. This variety is so sweet and tender, superbly delicious! One of the best Chinese-type eggplants on the market.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Solanum melongena
Life Cycle
Annual
Sun Requirement
6–8 hr.
Days to Germinate
10–15
Days to Maturity
70
Planting Depth
¼ in.
Plant Spacing
18 in.
Ideal Temperature
75–95°F
Frost Hardy
No

Growing Guide

When to Grow

Start Pink Tung seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last expected frost in your area. Transplant seedlings outdoors 2-3 weeks after the last frost, once the soil temperature has warmed to at least 65 F. If you are not sure how to find your local frost dates, check out our blog post 'Our Experts Answer Questions, Share Resources.' to help you determine the best planting schedule.

How to Sow and Plant

Start seeds indoors by sowing them 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting trays filled with a quality seed-starting mix. During germination, keep the soil temperature between 75-85 F; use a heat mat if necessary. Harden off seedlings by gradually introducing them to outdoor conditions before transplanting. Space them about 18 inches apart.

How to Grow

Keep the plants well watered but not soaked, and mulch around them to suppress weeds and retain moisture. Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with a balanced fertilizer or organic compost. Keep an eye out for pests such as aphids, flea beetles, and spider mites, and treat infestations with insecticidal soap or neem oil if necessary. Continually harvest to keep plants productive.

How to Save Seeds

  • Eggplants are not insect-pollinated, so it is not necessary to isolate the plants very much to ensure pure seed. For home gardeners, an isolation distance of at least 40 feet is sufficient for seed saving.
  • Allow fruit to become overripe; the fruit will become slightly wrinkled and soft.
  • Scoop seeds out, rinse, and spread out to dry thoroughly.
  • Properly stored eggplant seeds will remain viable for up to 4 years.

FAQ

Can Ping Tung eggplant be grown in containers?

Yes, they can grow well in containers. Use a container that is at least 5 gallons in size with good drainage, and fill it with fertile, well-draining soil.

How do I know when to harvest Ping Tung eggplants?

Harvest when the fruits are 10-12 inches long, smooth, glossy, and firm. Avoid leaving the fruits on the plant too long, as they may become seedy and bitter.

Is Ping Tung eggplant resistant to heat and diseases?

Ping Tung is quite heat tolerant and resistant to common eggplant diseases, making it an excellent choice for gardeners in hot climates.

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Customer reviews

4.2 / 5 54 Reviews

What gardeners are saying

  • Never bitter: Creamy, thin-skinned fruit needs no salting or peeling.

  • Nonstop producer: Plants keep bearing from summer until frost or beyond.

  • Takes the heat: Thrives through Arizona and Florida summers.

  • Easy first eggplant: Many got their first eggplant harvest ever with this one.

  • Growing tips: Slow to germinate; keep seeds warm and watch for beetles and mites.

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