Casper is a white-fruited eggplant grown for its ivory skin and mild, mushroom-like flavor. The medium, cylindrical fruits are five to six inches long with smooth, pure white skin and tender white flesh that many find sweeter and more delicate than purple types, with a subtle mushroom note. Because the flesh is mild and the skin thin, it grills, roasts, and sautes well, though the white skin can toughen if the fruit is left too long, so it is best picked young. Plants are early and reasonably productive. Casper is favored by gardeners looking for a distinctive white eggplant with gourmet flavor and an ornamental, ghostly appearance.
Flavor Profile
Mild, tender flesh with a delicate, faintly mushroom-like flavor; sweeter than many purple types.
Visual Characteristics
Medium cylindrical fruits five to six inches long with smooth pure white skin and white flesh.
Growing Tips
Harvest young while the white skin is smooth, as it can toughen if fruit is left on the plant too long.
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.