Produces small, round, vibrant purple fruits that add color to any dish Perfect for Thai and Southeast Asian recipes, offering authentic flavor Compact size makes it ideal for container gardening and small spaces Tender flesh and mild taste make it great for stir-fries, curries, and pickling Heat-tolerant variety thrives in warmer climates for year-round harvests Petch Siam Thai Eggplants are small, green-striped 2-inch round eggplants are grown in the sun-kissed fields of Thailand. These eggplants boast a delightful balance of mild sweetness and subtle bitterness and their firm flesh provides a satisfying texture that holds up during cooking. Thai eggplants absorb flavors of the spices and sauces they're cooked with fragrant Thai basil, fiery chili, savory soy sauce, and other traditional Thai ingredients. Whether you're preparing a classic Thai curry, stir-frying a medley of vegetables, or experimenting with fusion recipes, these eggplants add a burst of flavor and visual appeal. Thai Eggplant makes an excellent supplement to vegetarian and vegan diets. It boasts a variety of health benefits, including high amounts of dietary fiber, potassium, and B vitamins.
Also Known As: Green Eggplant, Round Eggplant, Baby Eggplant, Small Eggplant, Southeast Asian Indian Eggplant, Aubergine, Nellore Brinjal, Ratna, Bharta, Melanzana, Melongene, Guinea Squash, Makhuea.
Plant Name: Eggplant, Petch Siam F1
Latin Name: Solanum melongena, Solanum ovigerum, Solanum trongum
Days to Germinate: 14-21
Days to Harvest: 90-120
Plant Height: 2 -3 Feet
Spread: 18 - 24 Inches
Growth Habit: Bush
USDA Zones: 5-11
Lifespan: Annual
Brand: TomorrowSeeds
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pollination: Hybrid
GMO: No
Fungicide-Treated Seeds*: No
Seeds Packed For**: 2025
*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.
