Eggplants appeal to the eyes, even if they don't do much for your taste buds. The common types feature purple fruits—from black to the palest lavender. But look around and you can find varieties with green, orange, or red fruits, too. Watch for 'Fairy Tale', an award-winning selection with purple fruits striped white or pink 'Rosa Bianca'. By the way: Don't overlook eggplant's beautiful purple flowers, too!