Quantity
About 30 seeds
Exposure
Sun
Discover the plant
Family
Nightshades
Type
Vegetable
Cycle
Annual
‘Diamond’ eggplant is a variety of Ukrainian origin particularly valued for its early maturity, compact size, and remarkable productivity, three qualities that make it a precious ally in northern gardens as well as in container growing. Its neat silhouette bears beautiful, elongated fruits with dark, shiny purple skin, clustered in generous bunches that quickly give the plant an abundant and very decorative appearance. Beneath this elegant exterior, its greenish, tender, and fine flesh lends itself to a host of delicious recipes, from stews to summer grilling. Easy to grow, it adapts equally well to open ground and large pots, making it easy to integrate onto a sunny terrace, a productive balcony, or in a food garden. Its good resistance to common diseases reassures beginner gardeners while offering more experienced ones a reliable and consistent crop. In summer, its purple flowers attract pollinators and add an additional ornamental touch to this already very appealing plant. With its compact form and sustained harvests, it perfectly combines beauty, yield, and ease of cultivation. Growing ‘Diamond’ eggplant means choosing a robust, elegant, and generous variety, capable of offering a lot in a measured space.
Planting guide
From plantingto establishment.
Planting depth
0.5 to 1 cm (1/4 to 3/8 in.)
Establishment temperature
24 to 30 °C (75 to 86 °F)
Establishment time
7 to 14 days
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Exposure
Sun
Soil
Well-drained and rich
Watering
Regular
Container growing
A controlledenvironment.
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Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodJuly to September
Harvest70 days after sowing
Garden associations
What to plantwith it.
Good companionsbasil, bell pepper, tomato
Avoid planting withpotatoes, fennel
vegetable garden, container gardening, prepared meals, barbecues
