Black Pekin Egg Plant
As early as the Early Long Purple, and as large as the later varieties. Nearly round, skin black, glossy and smooth, more prolific and delicate than the old varieties. Weighs eight to ten pounds. Flesh fine-grained and white. Very desirable for market gardener's use.
Originally listed in: 1881 D.M. Ferry Catalog
Black Pekin Egg Plant
A new variety of Round Purple. Blackish violet leaves; fruit very large. Pkt., 10c; oz., 60c; ¼ lb., $1.75; lb., mail, $6.15; lb., exp, $6.00
Originally listed in: James J.H. Gregory's 1885 Retail Catalogue
Black Pekin Egg Plant
Fruit black and very solid. Medium early and productive; Pkt., 10c.; oz., 60c.; ¼ lb., $1.75.; lb., $6.00.
Originally listed in: R.H. Allen Company 1888 Catalog