74 days. [1902] Fruits are dark purple, high-quality, and of fine flavor. Dependable, well adapted to the Mid-Atlantic and the South. Produces up to 15 fruits per plant. Fruits are 6½ x 5 in. and may weigh up to 3 lbs, but best harvested when smaller. 

Packet: 0.25 g unless otherwise stated (approximately 50-90 seeds, depending on variety) sows 60-100’ of transplants.