{"title":"Eggplant Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eEggplants, also known as aubergines, make the perfect addition to any home-cooked meal. These \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spring-vegetable-seeds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003espring vegetable seeds\u003c\/a\u003e are perfect for growing through spring and into summer, sow them direct where they are to grow, or in seed trays. Growing eggplants is fun and incredibly rewarding, as they grow quickly during warm weather, giving you a rewarding harvest and a delightful, healthy addition to your meal times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to pick up some aubergine seeds from Mr Fothergill’s. Eggplants are a popular \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vegetable-seeds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003evegetable seed\u003c\/a\u003e and are commonplace in many different cuisines. Depending on how you prepare them, eggplants can taste completely different, making them a versatile and exciting experience to not only grow but also eat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEggplants are commonly used in curries, stir-fries, moussaka, ratatouille, and to make dips such as baba ganoush, their uses are endless!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"eggplant-long-purple","title":"Long Purple Eggplant Seeds","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong Purple eggplant seeds are an exceptional choice for anyone seeking a truly unique addition to their vegetable patch. Boasting vigorous growth and heavy crops, these early-producing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mrfothergills.co.nz\/blogs\/all\/unlocking-the-benefits-of-heirloom-seeds\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eheirloom seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e will flourish in your garden, delivering a superb harvest of large, deep purple fruits with a distinctive elongated shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePopular in Mediterranean cuisine, Long Purple eggplants are prized for their smooth, creamy white flesh and fine mild flavour. The slender fruits produced by these \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mrfothergills.co.nz\/collections\/eggplant-seeds\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eeggplant seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are perfect for slicing and grilling, roasting, sautéeing or adding to cooked dishes such as ratatouille. Not only are they delicious and easy to grow, but they’re also packed with nutrients such as vitamin C and folate!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eExplore Mr Fothergill’s complete range of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mrfothergills.co.nz\/\"\u003evegetable seeds\u003c\/a\u003e for more great options, including \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mrfothergills.co.nz\/collections\/zucchini-seeds\"\u003ezucchini seeds\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mrfothergills.co.nz\/collections\/capsicum-seeds\"\u003ecapsicum seeds\u003c\/a\u003e, and more.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fothergill's NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45084889121002,"sku":"6189","price":3.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/7895\/6778\/files\/eggplant_long_purple_f5d14db6-d3a7-4be5-9817-047106b3e249.jpg?v=1750349075"},{"product_id":"eggplant-black-beauty","title":"Eggplant Black Beauty","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the very best varieties producing dark purple fruit with an outstanding \u003cspan data-scaytid=\"2\" data-scayt_word=\"flavour\"\u003eflavour\u003c\/span\u003e. It is an early and prolific cropper. Grow in a sunny, sheltered position, in rich, well-drained soil, with added \u003cspan data-scaytid=\"6\" data-scayt_word=\"fertiliser\"\u003efertiliser\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe hope you enjoy these \u003ca href=\"\/seeds-vegetables\/vegetable-seeds.html\"\u003evegetable seeds\u003c\/a\u003e, just another great example of  vegetable seeds from Mr \u003cspan data-scaytid=\"37\" data-scayt_word=\"Fothergill??s\"\u003eFothergill’s\u003c\/span\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fothergill's NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45084894593258,"sku":"5201","price":3.9,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/7895\/6778\/files\/5201_f7bd81a4-fe72-4347-9515-ce921659783d.jpg?v=1750349077"},{"product_id":"wk-eggplant-ping-tung-long","title":"Eggplant Ping Tung Long","description":"\u003cp\u003eA very high yielding variety producing up to 20 long and narrow fruits per plant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fothergill's NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45084902064362,"sku":"4045","price":6.3,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/7895\/6778\/files\/124387_eggplant_ping_tung_long_dfacd788-99bd-4404-b162-61db432bd206.jpg?v=1750349079"},{"product_id":"eggplant-thai-cherry-kermit-f1","title":"Eggplant Thai Cherry Kermit F1","description":"\u003cp\u003eYoung golf ball sized fruits are very tasty and can be eaten fresh or cooked. It’s distinctive flavour sees it used extensively in many Asian dishes such as curry dishes, soups, stews, egg dishes or pickled and served as a snack or side dish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fothergill's NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45084902818026,"sku":"4084","price":6.3,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/7895\/6778\/files\/4084JohnsonsThaicherrykermiteggplant_015c02fa-224a-4751-a5ab-a83766b40ac6.jpg?v=1750349079"},{"product_id":"eggplant-thai-long-green","title":"Eggplant Ping Tung Long","description":"\u003cp\u003eA very high-yielding variety producing up to 20 long and narrow fruits per plant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fothergill's NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45084920971498,"sku":"4734","price":6.3,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0696\/7895\/6778\/files\/68_3321fc56-4b9b-45de-9005-57d6c0b7439f.jpg?v=1750349080"},{"product_id":"wk-eggplant-italian-bellezza-nera","title":"Eggplant Italian Bellezza Nera","description":"\u003cp\u003eTraditional large, oval to round, dark coloured fruits with excellent flavour and texture. 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