Black Beauty Eggplant is the classic heirloom that defined what a garden eggplant should look like — deep, glossy purple-black skin stretched over large, meaty fruits with smooth, nutty flesh and small, thin seeds. A staple of Italian and Mediterranean cooking, its rich flavor shines in ratatouille, baba ganoush, eggplant Parmesan, and any recipe that calls for a firm, flavorful eggplant that holds its shape beautifully when cooked. A reliable, heavy-producing variety that earns its place in every kitchen garden.