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Empress of India Nasturtium

Quick Facts:

  • Red nasturtium variety
  • Beautiful blue-green leaves
  • Perfect for pots, hanging baskets
  • Effective trap crop for cabbage moths
  • Grows 12-18" tall; Blooms summer-fall

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Empress of India Nasturtium

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Tropaeolum majus

Empress of India nasturtium is a striking heirloom red nasturtium prized for its dramatic contrast of deep crimson flowers against distinctive blue-green foliage. The rounded leaves often deepen in color as temperatures cool, giving the plant even greater ornamental appeal later in the season. This semi-trailing nasturtium produces graceful vines that spill beautifully from pots, hanging baskets, and tall planters, creating a cascading display of color. Easy to grow and quick to flower, Empress of India brings classic heirloom beauty and vibrant red blooms to patios, balconies, and garden beds alike.  Effective trap crop for cabbage moth caterpillars.  Plants grow 12-18 inches tall and bloom summer to ... More

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Tropaeolum majus

Empress of India nasturtium is a striking heirloom red nasturtium prized for its dramatic contrast of deep crimson flowers against distinctive blue-green foliage. The rounded leaves often deepen in color as temperatures cool, giving the plant even greater ornamental appeal later in the season. This semi-trailing nasturtium produces graceful vines that spill beautifully from pots, hanging baskets, and tall planters, creating a cascading display of color. Easy to grow and quick to flower, Empress of India brings classic heirloom beauty and vibrant red blooms to patios, balconies, and garden beds alike.  Effective trap crop for cabbage moth caterpillars.  Plants grow 12-18 inches tall and bloom summer to fall.  Each packet contains a minimum of 25 seeds.

Tropaeolum majus

Empress of India nasturtium is a striking heirloom red nasturtium prized for its dramatic contrast of deep crimson flowers against distinctive blue-green foliage. The rounded leaves often deepen in color as temperatures cool, giving the plant even greater ornamental appeal later in the season. This semi-trailing nasturtium produces graceful vines that spill beautifully from pots, hanging baskets, and tall planters, creating a cascading display of color. Eas... read more

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Tropaeolum majus

Empress of India nasturtium is a striking heirloom red nasturtium prized for its dramatic contrast of deep crimson flowers against distinctive blue-green foliage. The rounded leaves often deepen in color as temperatures cool, giving the plant even greater ornamental appeal later in the season. This semi-trailing nasturtium produces graceful vines that spill beautifully from pots, hanging baskets, and tall planters, creating a cascading display of color. Easy to grow and quick to flower, Empress of India brings classic heirloom beauty and vibrant red blooms to patios, balconies, and garden beds alike.  Effective trap crop for cabbage moth caterpillars.  Plants grow 12-18 inches tall and bloom summer to fall.  Each packet contains a minimum of 25 seeds.

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How to Grow Nasturtium

Nasturtium is a low-maintenance plant that performs well in poor soils and tolerates some drought.  Select a planting site that is well-drained and receives full sun to light shade.  Avoid over-fertilizing as this can attract pests and cause vegetative growth at the expense of flowers.

Direct seeding (recommended): sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.  Sow seeds 1/2" deep, 8-12" apart in well-drained soil.  Water well at planting and keep moist until germination has occurred (7-12 days), being careful to never overwater plants.  Indoors:  Can be started indoors, 4-6 weeks before the average last frost.  Sow seeds 1/2" deep in light-weight sterile seed starting media (avoid heavy potting soils).  Using degradable peat pots will also improve transplanting success.

Transplant outdoors after danger of frost has passed.  Plants should be spaced 8-12" apart, or 3 to 5 plants per pot if planting in a container or hanging basket (Can also be direct seeded into containers or baskets).

Diseases are not usually a problem for nasturtium.

Nasturtium make excellent cut flowers. They have a unique, bright color and a long vase life, making them a great choice for bouquets and arrangements. They also have a pleasant, spicy scent that adds a nice touch to any floral display.

CONSIDERATIONS:

Allow seed heads to mature and then remove from the plant before they have opened.  Store in a cool, dry place until next season.

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SEED LONGETIVITY:

Nasturtium seeds can remain viable for up to five years if stored in a cool, dry place.

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