Pumpkin On a Stick Organic Seed Pack

Description

A real conversation piece in the garden and in floral arrangements. Few people will guess what type of plant it is, but everyone loves the cute, little pumpkin-shaped fruits of this 1800s ornamental eggplant. Often added to fresh or dried florist arrangements. Also called ‘Red China’ or ‘Scarlet Chinese’ eggplant, the bitter fruits are used in Asian cooking.

Days to Maturity: 65–70 days after transplanting

Family: Solanaceae

Native: Africa

Hardiness: Annual

Exposure: Full Sun

Bloom Period: Summer

Plant Dimensions: 3’–4′ tall, 2’–3′ wide

Variety Info: Purple star-shaped flowers followed by 2″–3″ green fruits that ripen to an orange-red.

Attributes: Cut Flower, Frost Sensitive