Diamond Eggplant
Best early-maturing choice for gardeners in shorter growing seasons.
Discover the Diamond Eggplant, an open-pollinated variety perfect for shorter growing seasons, ready in about 70 days. This productive strain yields slender, dark purple fruits in clusters, celebrated for their mild, non-bitter flavor and creamy texture. It offers high yields comparable to hybrids, making it an excellent choice for both home gardens and commercial harvests. This variety thrives in full sun and requires moderate watering, producing beautiful purple flowers.
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#270 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-61%
Below average
Days to Maturity
70
/ days
Who it's for
- Gardeners in regions with limited frost-free growing days
- Urban growers maximizing harvest in small garden beds
- Organic purists prioritizing non-GMO and sustainable seed sources
Who should skip it
- Cooks needing thick, wide slices for traditional eggplant parmesan
- Beginners lacking time for consistent pest monitoring and management
- Budget-conscious gardeners seeking inexpensive bulk seed options
Performance breakdown
Seasonality Adaptability
The 70-day maturity window excels in shorter, cooler growing seasons.
Yield Efficiency
High-output clusters rival the productivity of modern hybrid varieties.
Flavor Profile
Consistently mild and non-bitter with a desirable creamy culinary texture.
Germination Reliability
Requires consistent warmth to hit optimal sprouting potential for home gardeners.
Genetic Stability
Open-pollinated seeds allow for reliable performance and seed saving potential.
Harvest Consistency
Uniform slender fruit sizing simplifies both processing and kitchen preparation.
Key Specs
Days to Maturity
70 days
Seeding Rate
7,260 plants/acre
Seeding Depth
¼”
Plant Spacing
18-24”
Row Spacing
30-36” or 24” double rows
Optimal Germination Temperature
85°F
Storage Conditions
50-55ºF and 90% relative humidity
Is Organic
false
Features
- Very prolific early producer
- Mild flavor with no bitterness
- Fine, creamy texture
- Good short season variety
- Highly productive yields
- Slender 6-8" fruit size
- Open-Pollinated genetics
What customers say
Growers highly value the Diamond Eggplant seeds for their exceptional reliability and early maturity, making them a top choice for shorter seasons. Customers consistently report impressive germination rates and strong seedling vigor. The plants are vigorous producers, yielding abundant, dark purple fruits. A key highlight is the flavor; reviewers describe the harvest as sweet, tender, and notably nonbitter, perfect for cooking without pre-treatment. This variety offers dependable performance, excellent flavor, and substantial yields, earning strong loyalty among organic growers who appreciate its consistent quality.
Know before you buy
Yes, this variety is specifically bred for shorter growing seasons. It reaches maturity in approximately 70 days, making it a reliable choice for gardeners who have a limited window of warm weather.
For the best results, aim for an optimal germination temperature of 85°F. Using a heat mat can help maintain this consistent warmth to ensure successful sprouting.
Diamond Eggplant is prized for its mild, non-bitter flavor and fine, creamy texture. Unlike some larger, older varieties, it does not require salting to remove bitterness before cooking.
You should space your plants 18 to 24 inches apart. If you are planting in rows, maintain a row spacing of 30 to 36 inches to ensure adequate airflow and room for the plants to produce their clusters of fruit.
These are open-pollinated seeds. This means you can save the seeds from your harvest to plant in future seasons, and they will grow true to the parent plant.
To maximize your harvest, plant in a location that receives full sun and provide moderate, consistent watering. While this variety is highly productive, it performs best when these basic environmental needs are met.
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