Variety field guide
What to expect from Casper White Eggplant Seeds
Casper White Eggplant seeds grow into bush plants about 31–36 in, bearing white About 5–6 in ivory fruit. Use the harvest for warm-season kitchen gardens, supported plants, fresh harvest, and preserving. The ghostly heirloom of refined flavor.
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Casper White Eggplant seeds grow into bush plants about 31–36 in, bearing white About 5–6 in ivory fruit. Use the harvest for warm-season kitchen gardens, supported plants, fresh harvest, and preserving. The ghostly heirloom of refined flavor. Casper White Eggplant Seeds produce elegant white eggplant with smooth, tender skin and delicate flavor that shines in gourmet dishes.
About Casper White
Casper White is an annual eggplant with white color, 31–36 in mature height or spread, and a bush habit. Harvest form or size: About 5–6 in ivory fruit. Botanically it is Solanum melongena L. Maturity or first bloom: 70-79 Days; germination: 7-14 Days at 75–90 °F. Best for warm-season kitchen gardens, supported plants, fresh harvest, and preserving. The ghostly heirloom of refined flavor.
History and provenance
Casper White circulates as a named eggplant within the cultivated history of Solanum melongena L. Seed sold as Casper White is identified by its white color, growth form, harvest use, and the documented harvest traits. A complete breeder record, introduction year, family story, or uninterrupted custody chain has not been located for this seed lot. The cultivar identity is tied to observable crop traits that can be checked in a grow-out, not to an unsupported origin story. The flavor is sweet and nutty, never bitter, making it a standout for roasting, grilling, or creamy sauces. Eggplant Seeds - Casper White belongs to a diverse cultivated plant lineage shaped by regional gardeners, farmers, and seedkeepers over time. Its continued presence in gardens reflects selection for usefulness, beauty, resilience, flavor, or cultural value. Uses and Benefits: Casper White Eggplant (Solanum melongena) is a unique variety known for its white skin and mild flavor.
Growing facts
| Scientific name | Solanum melongena L. |
|---|---|
| Life cycle | Annual |
| Maturity / first bloom | 70-79 Days |
| Germination | 7-14 Days at 75–90 °F |
| Seed depth | 1/4 in |
| Plant height / spread | 31–36 in |
| Growth habit | Bush |
| Spacing | 18 in between plants; 36 in between rows |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Soil | Loamy; pH 5.5–6.0 |
| Water | Moderate |
| Support | Stake |
Starting Casper White from seed
How to grow Casper White Eggplant
Botanical identity: Solanum melongena L. Life cycle: Annual.
Sow 1/4 in and use a seed-zone temperature near 75–90 °F. Expected emergence: 7-14 Days. Start indoors in clean warm mix, maintain even moisture, and provide strong light immediately after emergence
Plant during Spring. Space plants 18 in apart with 36 in between rows or planting bands.
Provide Full sun, moderate water, and loamy near pH 5.5–6.0. Support: Stake.
Garden performance and care
Start Casper White early enough for its season, transplant after cold stress has passed, and harvest on schedule. Support requirement: Stake; remove damaged fruit promptly and keep foliage dry when disease pressure is high. Expected emergence is 7-14 Days; the listed maturity or bloom timing is 70-79 Days.
Harvest, bloom, and uses
Casper White is best for warm-season kitchen gardens, supported plants, fresh harvest, and preserving. Harvest form or size: About 5–6 in ivory fruit. Color at the principal harvest or mature stage: White. The ghostly heirloom of refined flavor.
Saving seed
Seed saving for Casper White Select several healthy, true-to-type plants so the saved lot represents the variety rather than one unusually early or large individual. Eggplant is largely self-pollinating but insects can move pollen between varieties. Isolate or bag blossoms when varietal purity matters. Leave marked fruit on healthy plants well beyond eating stage until the skin changes to a dull mature color and seed is hard. Chop or crush the overripe fruit in water, separate heavy seed from pulp and light seed, rinse, and dry thoroughly. Use gloves if skin is sensitive, and record plant selection, isolation, fruit maturity, cleaning, and test date.
Common problems
Watch Casper White for flea beetles, Colorado potato beetles, aphids, spider mites, bacterial or fungal leaf spots, blossom drop, sunscald, and fruit dulling. Use crop rotation, clean transplants, mulch, steady irrigation, and support. Harvest while the skin is glossy rather than allowing fruit to become seedy and dull.
Frequently asked questions
When is Casper White ready?
70-79 Days from transplanting under warm conditions
How long does germination take?
Expect 7-14 Days near 75–90 °F; actual emergence changes with moisture, seed condition, and soil temperature.
How large does it grow?
About 31–36 in with a bush habit. Support: Stake.
Can it grow in a container?
Suitable for a large container with full sun, dependable drainage, steady water, and room for the mature canopy.
How is it used?
Primary uses: warm-season kitchen gardens, supported plants, fresh harvest, and preserving. The ghostly heirloom of refined flavor.
Can I save seed?
Yes where the crop biology allows, but keep compatible varieties isolated, use several healthy plants, wait for full seed maturity, dry thoroughly, and label the lot.
Minimum Seed Count:30 seeds
