Kamo Japanese Eggplant Vegetable Seeds
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Product Specifications:
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Quantity: 100 Seeds
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Variety: Kamo Japanese Eggplant
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Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO
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Plant Type: Annual Vegetable
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Mature Height: 18-24 inches
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Mature Spread: 18-24 inches
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Fruit Size: 6-8 inches in length
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Fruit Color: Glossy purple skin with white flesh
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Days to Maturity: 60-75 days from planting
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Sun Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight per day)
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Water Requirements: Moderate, keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
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Soil Type: Well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6.0-7.0)
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Hardiness Zones: Best for USDA Zones 5-10 (adaptable to warm climates)
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Features
Life Cycle
Annual Crop
Planting Season
Spring to Summer
Growth Habit
Compact Bush
Flavor Profile
Rich Umami
Plant Characteristics
Round, Glossy Purple
Use
Culinary Use
Growing Conditions
Warm Climate
Harvest Advantages
High Yielding
Plant Resistance
Disease Tolerant
About – Kamo Japanese Eggplant
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Seed Names
Kamo Eggplant
Seed Type
Heirloom Seeds
Kamo Japanese Eggplant is a prized variety from Kyoto, Japan, known for its round shape, glossy dark-purple skin, and creamy texture. Favored in traditional Japanese cuisine, it holds up well in grilling, roasting, and simmering. The plant is compact and productive, making it ideal for small garden spaces.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Planting Depth
1/4 Inch Deep
Sowing Method
Indoor Start
Plant Spacing
18–24 Inches
Days to Maturity
70–80 Days
Soil Preparation
Pre-Soak Recommended
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 9-11
Water Needs
Moderate Watering
Planting Season
Spring to Early Summer
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 150 sq. ft.
500
Up to 750 sq. ft.
1000
Up to 1500 sq. ft.
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I grew two plants in large pots and they did great. Short and bushy growth habit but very productive. Loved the firm flesh—held up well in stir fries.
These eggplants are almost too pretty to pick. Deep purple skin and a unique round shape that makes them feel like something out of a fine dining kitchen. Taste backs it up too!
Roasted these with garlic and olive oil, and they turned out creamy and rich. Much more flavorful than regular globe eggplants. My plants thrived in a sunny corner of the garden.
I wasn’t familiar with Kamo before this season, but I’m hooked now. Got several round fruits per plant, and they cooked down buttery soft. Guests kept asking what kind it was!
I grow a lot of eggplant for home-cooked Japanese meals, and this one’s a standout. It’s perfect for miso-glazed eggplant or tempura. Holds its shape well when cooked.