Diamond Eggplant

70 days. Mild, dark purple fruits with superb flavor and firm flesh. Rather slender, the largest of these mature at 9" long and 3" wide. Becoming popular with market growers and home gardeners. This variety from the Ukraine was collected by Seed Savers Exchange in 1993.

• 70 Days
• Full Sun
• Sprouts in 10-15 Days
• Seed Depth: 1/4"
• Ideal Temperature: 75-95 F
• Plant Spacing: 18" 
• Frost Hardy: No
• Solanum melongena

Growing Tips: Start indoors in bright light 8-12 weeks before last frost date. Heat mat helps to warm soil and speed germination. Setting out larger transplants helps to fight pest pressure.