{"title":"Aubergine Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eAubergine seeds give you strong, high‑yielding plants with rich, glossy fruits. Ideal for greenhouses or sunny patios, they thrive in warmth and produce delicious harvests all summer. Simple to grow and packed with flavour, aubergines add great value and versatility to any home‑grown vegetable collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"aubergine-seeds-moneymaker-f1-hybrid-10202017","title":"Aubergine Seeds 'Moneymaker' F1","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge, deep purple fruits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood for pots and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy cropper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese F1 generation hybrid seeds produce excellent quality aubergine plants which gives reliable results in your home garden or vegetable patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally high in antioxidants to boost your immune system, this variety of aubergine is well suited to greenhouse growing but will fruit when grown in large pots on a warm and sunny patio. With outstanding fruit quality, 'Moneymaker' is a prolific cropper and is easy to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marshalls Garden","offers":[{"title":"20 Seeds","offer_id":31308473729075,"sku":"10202017","price":3.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0104\/8100\/8691\/files\/Aubergine-Moneymaker.jpg?v=1769857976"},{"product_id":"aubergine-seeds-patio-mix-30310494","title":"Aubergine Seeds 'Patio Mix'","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn attractive mix of aubergines giving a variety of colours, markings and shapes. Perfect for growing in the greenhouse or in a container on a sunny patio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGives high yields of tasty fruits when ripening in the sun. Includes varieties ‘Brilliant’, ’Pinstripe’ and ‘Ivory’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese F1 hybrid varieties naturally ensure strong, free-flowering plants which are resistant to disease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere’s how to sow seeds for successful germination…..\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e1)      Fill a 6-9cm \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.unwins.co.uk\/seed-and-cutting-tray-40-pots-pid8896.html\"\u003epot\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.unwins.co.uk\/48-cell-midi-plug-trays-x4-pid6995.html\"\u003ecell tray\u003c\/a\u003e with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.unwins.co.uk\/john-innes-seed-sowing-compost-pid8429.html\"\u003eseed compost\u003c\/a\u003e – which is light and contains a small but balance level of nutrients in the soil. Overfill the pot or cell trays and strike excess soil off so that the seed tray is filled to the top with un-compressed soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e2)      Water soil from underneath by placing the tray in a container of water, letting the soil absorb the water from underneath. After about two-to five minutes remove from the container of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e3)      Press the seed into individual cells or pots the soil to a depth of about 2cm using a dibber or pencil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e4)      Cover the seeds with more of the seed-compost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e5)      Water above with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.unwins.co.uk\/10ltr-watering-can-green-pid4385.html\"\u003ewatering can with sprinkler (rose)\u003c\/a\u003e and add fungicide to the first watering to guard against damping off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e6)      Label and date the seeds and place in a cool light place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e7)      Pot up in gradually larger containers as the young seedling grows and develops true leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unwins","offers":[{"title":"10 Seeds","offer_id":31308850888755,"sku":"30310494","price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0104\/8100\/8691\/products\/Aubergine_Tricolour_Collection.jpg?v=1580732268"},{"product_id":"aubergine-genie-seeds-10202455","title":"Aubergine Seeds 'Genie'","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExclusive, compact variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlossy, deep purple fruits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo spines for easy picking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for patio or greenhouse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Genie' is a fantastic new aubergine variety that’s ideal for growing in greenhouses or on sunny patios. It produces several glossy, deep purple fruits per plant, each weighing around 250g and packed with flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis variety is high in potassium, folates and magnesium, and also provides a good source of vitamins E and K. With no spines on the stems, harvesting is easy and fuss-free. A great choice for gardeners looking for a reliable, good-looking crop with excellent nutritional value.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marshalls Garden","offers":[{"title":"15 Seeds","offer_id":32416217333811,"sku":"10202455","price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0104\/8100\/8691\/products\/1020-2455_auberginegenie.jpg?v=1598265060"},{"product_id":"aubergine-pinstripe-10204125","title":"Aubergine Seeds 'Pinstripe'","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlmost spine-free variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy crop of white-striped purple fruits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for pots and greenhouse growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAubergine Pinstripe is a compact, practically spine-free variety producing a good crop of deep purple fruits liberally striped with white. With its attractive flowers and fruit, it’s ideal for a pot on a sunny patio, or in a greenhouse, cropping over a long period in summer and early autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSow indoors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFebruary-May: Sow individually, in clean 9cm (3 1\/2in) \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mershallsgarden.com\/collections\/potting-propagation\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epots or module trays\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e of firm, pre-watered \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mershallsgarden.com\/collections\/seed-compost\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecompost\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and cover with 1cm (1\/2in) of vermiculite or sieved compost. Place in warmth, 21-24°C (70-75°F) and keep moist at all times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant out\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMay-June: Grow on at 16-18°C (60-65°) until late May-June. When established, plant into a patio pot 45cm (18in) in diameter, or a grow bag, and leave in a cold greenhouse or place in a sunny, sheltered position when the risk of frost has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed regularly and water more frequently as a crop forms. Tie stems to a support if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marshalls Garden","offers":[{"title":"8 Seeds","offer_id":39644941549619,"sku":"10204125","price":3.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0104\/8100\/8691\/files\/10204125_Aubergine-Pinstripe-1-Seeds.jpg?v=1733866854"},{"product_id":"aubergine-purple-knight-10204159","title":"Aubergine Seeds 'Purple Knight'","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong, narrow purple fruits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood disease resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for pots and greenhouse growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAubergine ‘Purple Knight’ is an unusual-looking variety producing an early harvest of long, banana-shaped deep purple fruits, delicious roasted, sautéed or baked. The compact, disease-resistant plants are ideal for pots on a sunny patio or in a greenhouse.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marshalls Garden","offers":[{"title":"10 Seeds","offer_id":39644941582387,"sku":"10204159","price":3.79,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0104\/8100\/8691\/files\/10204159-Aubergine-purple-Knight.jpg?v=1733866343"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0104\/8100\/8691\/collections\/aubergine-seeds_e5bff09f-68ee-4994-b91f-5a9c766c6529.jpg?v=1733944682","url":"https:\/\/mershallsgarden.com\/collections\/aubergine-seeds.oembed","provider":"Marshalls Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}