Aubergine ‘Black Beauty’ (Solanum melongena) Eggplant

Heritage variety introduced in 1910. An early cropping, sturdy plant with shiny, black, pear-shaped fruit

Also known as Apple-of-love or Poor-man’s-caviar

Cultivation:  Grow in a polytunnel or greenhouse in rich fertile soil. Requires plenty of heat to ripen. Lower branches need support

Pests & Diseases:  Red spider mite, aphids, Blossom end rot and Grey mould can be a problem