Aubergine Jewel Jade Seeds – Compact Patio Variety with Green Fruits

Aubergine ‘Jewel Jade’ Seeds

Aubergine Jewel Jade is part of the innovative Jewel Series, the first aubergine range bred specifically for patio containers and pot growing. Jewel Jade produces attractive smooth green fruits on naturally compact plants, making it ideal for balconies, patios, greenhouses, and small gardens.

Plants fruit early and continue cropping steadily throughout the summer when fruits are harvested regularly. The young, egg-sized aubergines have excellent flavour and texture, allowing you to pick little and often and enjoy fresh aubergines as a regular feature in home cooking. Jewel Jade combines ornamental appeal with reliable productivity and great eating quality.

Key Features

Compact patio aubergine from the Jewel Series

Produces smooth green fruits

Naturally compact habit — perfect for pots and containers

Fruits continuously when harvested regularly

Typical fruit size 10 × 6 cm

Typical fruit weight 50–80 g

Produces around 20 fruits per plant

Early maturity

Excellent flavour when harvested young

How to Grow Aubergine ‘Jewel Jade’

Sow seeds indoors from February to April in a heated propagator or warm greenhouse. Maintain a temperature of 22–25°C for reliable germination. Sow seeds thinly and cover lightly with fine compost.

Pot on seedlings once large enough to handle. For sales, plants are best finished in 1.5 L pots, then potted on into 2 L or larger containers for fruiting. Grow plants in a greenhouse or warm, sheltered outdoor position once all risk of frost has passed.

Provide good, consistent feeding throughout the growing season to support continuous flowering and fruiting. Water regularly and avoid letting plants dry out.

Harvest fruits as soon as they reach full size, while still young and firm. Avoid allowing fruits to over-ripen, as this can lead to bitterness.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jewel Jade suitable for container growing?
Yes — it was bred specifically for patio containers and pot production.

How many fruits does each plant produce?
Typically around 20 fruits per plant, cropping steadily through the summer.

When should I harvest the fruits?
Harvest when fruits are young and firm. If green fruits begin to show yellowing, they are past their best for eating.

Can Jewel Jade be grown outdoors in the UK?
Yes — it grows well in greenhouses or outdoors in warm, sheltered conditions.

What is it best used for?
Ideal for Asian stir-fries, grilling, or baking in Mediterranean-style dishes.