When to Harvest Eggplant

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Harvest when eggplants are 6 to 8 inches long and glossy. Dull or brown eggplants are no longer good for culinary purposes. Harvest when eggplant can be used soon after.

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Jill Harness has written on a variety of subjects for more than 10 years. Her work has appeared in various print and online publications, including "San Diego City Beat," "Mental Floss," Rue The Day! and Neatorama. Harness has a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from San Francisco State University.

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