Eggplant Seeds - Little Finger

Name: Eggplant Seeds - Little Finger
Brand: Alliance of Native Seedkeepers
SKU: EG9
Price: 2.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Tiny but mighty—Little Finger Eggplants deliver tender, sweet bites perfect for gourmet grilling and savory stir-fries.

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Introducing the Little Finger Eggplant, a compact and prolific variety that thrives in both garden beds and containers. This cultivar is known for its slender fruits, which typically reach 4 to 6 inches in length. The glossy, deep purple skin encases a tender, mild-flavored flesh, making it a versatile choice for a range of culinary applications. With a bushy growth habit, the plant achieves a modest height, allowing for easy harvesting.

Expect a bountiful yield from this early-maturing eggplant, ready to harvest approximately 65 days from transplanting. The Little Finger Eggplant's fruit is best picked young for optimal texture and flavor, perfect for grilling, sautéing, or adding to your favorite stir-fry. Its resilient nature makes it a reliable choice for novice and experienced gardeners alike.

The Little Finger Eggplant's ability to produce abundantly in smaller spaces makes it an excellent choice for urban gardening. Its attractive foliage and compact size also make it a decorative addition to patios and balconies. Whether you're looking to expand your garden's variety or add a new dimension to your cooking, the Little Finger Eggplant offers flavor and convenience in one neat package.

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Life Cycle

Annual

Scientific Name

Solanum melongena

Maturity

60-69 Days (from transplant)

Grow Location

In-ground bed, Raised bed, Greenhouse, High Tunnel, Containers, Community garden, Hydroponic, Vertical, Indoor growing

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Little Finger Eggplant, the slender and elegant variety of Solanum melongena, traces its roots to the fertile plains and bustling markets of Southeast Asia. Its name, evocative of its delicate size and shape, speaks to its unique form: slender, elongated fruits that fit comfortably in the palm, much like a child's finger. Some suggest the name reflects the plant's ability to weave its way into diverse culinary traditions, while others see it as a nod to the tender care required to cultivate such a refined vegetable.For generations, Little Finger Eggplant has been a staple in Asian kitchens, cherished not only for its mild, sweet flavor but also for its versatility and nutritional benefits. Home cooks often slice it into stir-fries, grill it to perfection, or pickle it to preserve its bounty. In traditional medicine, the eggplant is lauded for its cooling properties, believed to balance the body's heat during sweltering summers. In rural communities, the plant's resilience and prolific yield make it a favored crop among smallholder farmers, who prize it for both sustenance and trade.Though it thrived in its native lands for centuries, the Little Finger Eggplant captured the attention of Western gardeners and chefs in the late 20th century, as global cuisine became more adventurous and diverse. Its compact size and prolific nature made it an ideal choice for urban gardens and small plots, while its delicate flavor profile inspired culinary creativity. As interest in heirloom and specialty vegetables grew, the Little Finger Eggplant found its place in gourmet kitchens and farmer's markets worldwide.Botanically, Little Finger Eggplant is a testament to the rich diversity within the Solanaceae family. Genetic studies highlight its close relationship with other Asian eggplant varieties, yet it stands out for its distinctive morphology and growth habit. This variety's adaptability to different climates and soils underscores its agricultural importance and potential for sustainable farming practices.While new cultivars and hybrids continue to emerge, the Little Finger Eggplant remains a beloved classic: a vegetable that bridges the gap between tradition and innovation. It is the eggplant that embodies elegance and simplicity, appearing in everything from home-cooked meals to high-end restaurant menus.Yet in its homeland, the Little Finger Eggplant is more than just a culinary delight. It is a cultural artifact, deeply entwined with the agricultural heritage and culinary practices of Southeast Asia. To grow the Little Finger Eggplant today is to engage in a legacy that spans continents and centuries, honoring both the ancestral farmers who first nurtured its growth and the modern gardeners who continue to celebrate its charm and versatility.

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