15 Empress of India Nasturtium Flower Seeds-Tropaeolum Nanum-Nasturtium Seeds-Nasturtium Tropaeolum--B502
Description:
This old heirloom variety has stunning crimson flowers that rise above cascading, deep green leaves. Empress of India nasturtium seeds produce flowers that make a striking contrast that never fails to attract attention The plants are compact and great for borders, pots, hanging baskets, or other containers. The blooms are made up of 5 petals; three on the bottom and 2 on the top.
This dwarf growth habit makes them a perfect plant to use in pots & containers, flower beds, raised beds or window boxes. Nasturtium is an easy-to-grow annual whose leaves and flowers are edible.
Latin Name: Tropaeolum nanum
Tropaeolum, commonly known as nasturtium or nasturtian , is a genus of roughly 80 species of annual and perennial herbaceous flowering plants. It was named by Carl Linnaeus in his book Species Plantarum, and is the only genus in the family Tropaeolaceae. These easy to grow heirloom flowers with their unique deep blue-green foliage and vermilion-red blossoms have graced gardens for hundreds of years.
Their glowing color attracts hummingbirds who love to visit the long-spurred blossoms. As a wonderful bonus, both the bright flowers and leaves are deliciously edible with a spicy watercress-like taste
Growing Nasturtium: You can start the seeds indoors 4 to 6 weeks before the last spring frost. See your local frost dates. Plant nasturtium seeds in early spring in moist, well-drained soil in full sun. They can grow in partial shade, but they will not bloom as well. Nasturtiums prefer poorer soils and they do not need fertilizers (unless your soil is extremely poor). Fertile soil will produce fewer blooms and more foliage. Plant the seeds about half an inch deep and 10 to 12 inches apart. Plants should appear in 7 to 12 days. Water regularly throughout the growing season, but be careful not to over-water your plants. Cutting off the faded/dead flowers will prolong blooming. If you’re growing nasturtiums in containers, they may need to be trimmed back occasionally over the growing season. Before sowing seeds, soak the seeds overnight in warm water. The next day, plant the flower seeds 1/2 inch deep in soil that is weed-free and worked fine and light.
Season: Annual
Hardiness Zones: 3 - 10
Height: 12 inches
Bloom Season: Mid summer through fall
Bloom Color: Cherry
Environment: Full sun
Soil Type: Well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8
Deer Resistant: Yes
Temperature: 68 F (20 C)
Average Germ Time: 7 - 12 days
Light Required: No
Depth: 1/2 inch Sowing Rate: 1 - 2 seeds per plant
Moisture: Keep seed moist until germination
Plant Spacing: 8 - 12 inches
