SAITAMO AO DAIMARU/20 seeds per pack
The Ao Daimaru eggplant is indeed a special variety with a rich cultural background. As a traditional Kyoto vegetable, it carries a legacy of being a prized delicacy since the early Meiji period. 
Here are a few highlights about the Ao Daimaru:
- **Maturity:** It takes about 65 days from transplant to reach maturity, making it an early-producing variety.
- **Type:** It's a globe-type eggplant with a distinctive flat bottom and light green skin, complemented by a green calyx.
- **Size:** The fruits are relatively small, averaging about a quarter pound each.
- **Growing Conditions:** This variety is versatile and can be grown in greenhouses, containers, or open fields. It's an annual warm-season plant, making it ideal for growing in warm climates.
- **Origin:** It originates from the Saitama Prefecture in Japan and has been valued in the region for its flavor and culinary uses.
This non-GMO eggplant variety is a great addition if you're looking to explore unique and traditional Japanese vegetables on your farm or in your garden.