{"product_id":"japanese-eggplant-plant","title":"Japanese Eggplant Plant - USDA Organic","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSlender, glossy fruits for summer harvests\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJapanese eggplant produces elongated, glossy fruits with tender skin and a mild flavor that works well for grilling, roasting, and stir-fries. Harvest the fruits when they reach 8–10 inches long and 1.5–2.5 inches in diameter for the best texture and flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis warm-season vegetable fits easily into sunny garden beds, raised beds, or large containers. Its upright growth and attractive purple fruits add color to edible landscapes while providing a steady harvest through summer with regular picking. This product is Certified Organic by Clemson University.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. Planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant or repot within 4 weeks of arrival. Place in full sun after the danger of frost has passed and nighttime temperatures remain above 50°F. Use fertile, well-draining soil and allow about 18–24 inches between plants. Add a stake or cage early to support fruit-laden stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply and consistently, providing about 1–2 inches per week. Keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy, and apply mulch to help retain moisture and limit weeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Pruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal pruning is needed. Remove yellowing or damaged leaves and any growth touching the soil. Harvest regularly with clean pruners to encourage continued fruit production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. Fertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix compost or a balanced fertilizer into the soil at planting. Once flowering begins, feed every 3–4 weeks with a vegetable fertilizer that is not overly high in nitrogen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trees.com","offers":[{"title":"4 inch","offer_id":68050115362878,"sku":"31473","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0059\/8835\/2052\/files\/Solanum-melongena-Japanese-eggplant-5.jpg?v=1793825227","url":"https:\/\/checkout.trees.com\/products\/japanese-eggplant-plant","provider":"Trees.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}