Solanum melongena Certified Organic Originating from Ping Tung, Taiwan, this sweet, tender, and delicious Chinese eggplant is perfect for summer stir-fries! Bonus, it sets fruit earlier than other varieties and keeps producing into the fall, perfect for northern growers! Each year, the Hudson Valley Seed Company commissions contemporary artists from around the U.S. to tell the story of a particular seed variety, a unique way to celebrate seeds' diverse stories before you enjoy the harvest! · Art pack, 25 certified organic seeds · Start indoors 6 to 8 weeks before last frost date. · Full sun · 24 to 32 inches at maturity Your purchase is powerful. Not only does it help to sustain local artisans and preserve traditional arts and crafts, but it directly supports horticulture, research, and educational programming at the Gardens. ">