DELIVERY INFO
We are proud to offer free delivery on many products within our service area of the Kootenay-Boundary region of British Columbia. Seeds are a $5 flat rate delivery charge.
NOTE:Tree & Plant orders placed in the winter months are delivered in May or available to pick up on or after April 30th during open hours. Seed orders ship within 1 to 2 weeks from the date the order is finalized or you can select your preferred date. Please reach out to us if you have any questions. Processing times may vary based on product availability.
Product Details
Patio Baby Eggplant is the definition of a no-fuss, high-reward eggplant — a compact little powerhouse bred specifically for containers, small gardens, or anyone who just wants effortless harvests without sacrificing quality. The plants stay tidy and loaded with dozens of glossy, deep-purple mini eggplants that you can pick when they’re just a few inches long for incredibly tender, almost velvety flesh. They produce early, keep producing all season, and never seem to struggle the way full-size eggplants sometimes do. Perfect for grilling whole, roasting, sautéing, or tossing into quick weeknight meals, Patio Baby gives you that rich, classic eggplant flavour in a size that’s easy to cook, easy to grow, and actually fun to harvest — like finding little hidden gems every time you check your plants.
Patio Baby Eggplant (Solanum melongena)
Compact, early-producing eggplant ideal for containers with abundant deep-purple baby fruits that remain tender and mild in flavour. Reliable yields, small plant size, and excellent texture make it perfect for small spaces.
| Days to Maturity | 45–60 days from transplant |
| Plant Size | 12–18" tall and 12–18" wide; compact, tidy habit |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Start Indoors | Start 8–10 weeks before last frost; transplant after consistent warm nights |
| Direct Sow | Not recommended; requires warm soil and settled heat |
| Seed Depth / Germination | Sow ¼" deep; germinates in 10–14 days at 24–30°C (75–85°F) |
| Spacing | Space plants 12–18" apart; rows 24–30" apart or single rows in containers |
| Soil & Water | Warm, well-drained soil enriched with compost; keep evenly moist and mulch to maintain heat |
| Special Traits | Bred for containers; sets fruit early; heavy fruiting; ideal size for grilling whole |
| Flavor & Uses | Mild, tender and velvety when cooked; excellent roasted, sautéed, grilled or baked whole |
| Harvest | Harvest when fruits are 2–3" long and glossy; frequent picking improves continued productivity |