Botanical profile

Aubergine Pinstripe

Latin name
Solanum melongena 'Pinstripe'
Type
Annual
Family
Solanaceae

Attractive for its compact shape and ovoid fruits with beautiful purple and white stripes. Ideal for both pots and the ground, this ornamental and productive variety produces tender, flavorful fruits, perfect for summer cooking. Its elegant appearance and excellent yield make it a favorite for small gardens and sunny terraces.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Grown as an annual (zone 10+ as a perennial)
Exposure
Full sun
Watering
Regular — moist but well-drained soil
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Companion plants
Beans, basil, peppers
Plants to avoid
Fennel
Spacing
30 to 45 cm between plants (or 1 plant per 30 cm pot)
Harvest period
July to September

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.