{"product_id":"eggplant-nagaoka-kinchaku","title":"Eggplant Seeds, Nagaoka Kinchaku","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eSolanum melongena\u003c\/em\u003e). From Niigata Prefecture, Japan, famous for both rice and eggplants, comes this dark obsidian variety known as \"Nagaoka purse eggplant.\" Dating back to the Meiji era, it is celebrated for its sweetness and is traditionally steamed with ginger and soy sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e This Japanese heirloom eggplant grows best in full sun and nutrient-rich, well-draining soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0. This heat-loving plant requires even moisture but dislikes soggy soil, so be careful not to overwater. Mulching helps retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. Use a balanced or phosphorus-rich fertilizer to encourage flowering and fruiting while avoiding excessive nitrogen, which promotes leafy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511786078494,"sku":"EG111","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/eggplant_nagaoka_kinchaku.jpg?v=1782405037","url":"https:\/\/www.rareseeds.com\/products\/eggplant-nagaoka-kinchaku","provider":"RareSeeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}