Tropaeolum Nasturtium Empress of India Garden Flower Seeds

Nasturtium Seeds - Empress of India

200 Seeds
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400 Seeds
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SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

14 Inches

BLOOM SEASON

Mid summer through fall

BLOOM COLOR

Red

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Mid summer through fall

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer until frost

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well drained, ph 6.1 - 7.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer until frost

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Annuals

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer until frost

BLOOM COLOR

Yellow, Red

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer until frost

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer until frost

BLOOM COLOR

Orange

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well drained, ph 6.1 - 7.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Mid summer through fall

BLOOM COLOR

Yellow, red

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

About...

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus Empress of India) - This classic nasturtium has dark blue-green foliage and brilliant crimson flowers on 12 - 14 inch mounded plants. This variety has been grown in the United States since the 1890s, and today it is perfect for everyone’s favorite contemporary gardening method: containers.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 10 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/2 inch

SOWING RATE

1 - 2 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 12 inches

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus Empress of India) - This classic nasturtium has dark blue-green foliage and brilliant crimson flowers on 12 - 14 inch mounded plants. This variety has been grown in the United States since the 1890s, and today it is perfect for everyone’s favorite contemporary gardening method: containers. Empress of India Nasturtium, is a stunning garden accent. Beyond the garden, the edible flowers and leaves can add style and color to plates as a garnishment or as a peppery addition to salads and pastas.

Nasturtium is easy to grow from seed. Nick or soak the seeds before sowing. Then direct sow into the garden or the final container in which they will grow, or start them indoors 5 to 6 weeks before the last anticipated spring frost in your area. Expect germination to take a week or so. The Nasturtium plants need full sun for best flowering; they will grow in part shade, but the blooms will not be as numerous or large. Poor soil often works better than rich for promoting bloom strength.

Common Questions

Q

Are the flowers edible?

A

Yes, flowers have a peppery taste and are used to garnish salads or other dishes. Young leaves have a flavor like watercress and are good in salads.

Q

Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?

A

Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.

Q

Why didn’t my seeds germinate?

A

Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.

Q

Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.

Q

What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?

A

Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.

Q

What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?

A

Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 10 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

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum nanum Top Flowering Single Night & Day) - Mix of yellow and mahogany top flowering nasturtiums giving a night and day appearance. Compact and free-flowering, it is ideal for containers and garden edging. Trailing and climbing plant habit. Try it in baskets, containers, and shady borders. Also known as garden nasturtium and Indian cress.

Nasturtiums like a full sun place in the garden in cooler climates. For the hottest regions, afternoon shade is preferable to the plants. Tropaeolum plants will grow anywhere as an annual, but they will only survive as a perennial in frost-free zones. Care is simple: no fertilizing is required and follow a regular watering schedule giving the plant a chance to dry out in-between irrigations. 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.

Common Questions

Q

Are the flowers edible?

A

Yes, flowers have a peppery taste and are used to garnish salads or other dishes. Young leaves have a flavor like watercress and are good in salads.

Q

Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?

A

Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.

Q

Why didn’t my seeds germinate?

A

Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.

Q

Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.

Q

What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?

A

Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.

Q

What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?

A

Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.

ABOUT
FAQ's
VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 10 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/2 inch

SOWING RATE

1 - 2 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 12 inches

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus Zanzibar) - A vibrant mix of bright red, yellow and orange with contrasting dark foliage. Nasturtiums also makes a fine companion to vegetables in the garden by attracting bees and repelling destructive pests, particularly around Brassicas (cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kohlrabi, mustard and collard greens, etc.). Nasturtiums are also useful as a barrier planting around your tomatoes and cucumbers, and some gardeners find it a helpful pest deterrent when ringed around young fruit trees.

Nasturtium is easy to grow from seed. Nick or soak the seeds before sowing. Then direct sow into the garden or the final container in which they will grow, or start them indoors 5 to 6 weeks before the last anticipated spring frost in your area. Expect germination to take a week or so. The Nasturtium plants need full sun for best flowering; they will grow in part shade, but the blooms will not be as numerous or large. Poor soil often works better than rich for promoting bloom strength.

Common Questions

Q

Are the flowers edible?

A

Yes, flowers have a peppery taste and are used to garnish salads or other dishes. Young leaves have a flavor like watercress and are good in salads.

Q

Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?

A

Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.

Q

Why didn’t my seeds germinate?

A

Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.

Q

Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.

Q

What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?

A

Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.

Q

What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?

A

Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.

ABOUT
FAQ's
VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 10 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/2 inch

SOWING RATE

1 - 2 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 12 inches

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus Strawberry Cream) - Attractive mixture of complimentary blotched primrose spotted and red flowers. Ideal in containers or garden borders. Attracts beneficial garden insects. Plants grow to 1 foot tall can spread 1 foot as well. Nasturtiums are easy-to-grow plants perfect for edging paths, planting in beds or adding to containers. Long-spurred blossoms attract hummingbirds, young nasturtium leaves add delicious peppery flavor to salads. Nasturtiums are one of the best mild-weather annual flowers for your garden.

Nasturtiums also makes a fine companion to vegetables in the garden by attracting bees and repelling destructive pests, particularly around Brassicas (cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kohlrabi, mustard and collard greens, etc.).  Nasturtiums are also useful as a barrier planting around your tomatoes and cucumbers, and some gardeners find it a helpful pest deterrent when ringed around young fruit trees.

Nasturtium is easy to grow from seed. Nick or soak the seeds before sowing. Then direct sow into the garden or the final container in which they will grow, or start them indoors 5 to 6 weeks before the last anticipated spring frost in your area. Expect germination to take a week or so. The Nasturtium plants need full sun for best flowering; they will grow in part shade, but the blooms will not be as numerous or large. Poor soil often works better than rich for promoting bloom strength.

Common Questions

Q

Are the flowers edible?

A

Yes, flowers have a peppery taste and are used to garnish salads or other dishes. Young leaves have a flavor like watercress and are good in salads.

Q

Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?

A

Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.

Q

Why didn’t my seeds germinate?

A

Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.

Q

Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.

Q

What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?

A

Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.

Q

What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?

A

Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.

ABOUT
FAQ's
VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 10 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/2 inch

SOWING RATE

1 - 2 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keeps seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 12 inches

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus Orchid Cream) - An unusual Nasturtium with chameleon like flowers. The color changes from cream with a red splash to fully red. The final flower color depends on weather and temperature. Ideal for planting en-masse in borders and landscapes. The 12 inch high mounding plants are covered in blooms in various states of color transition, and this makes for a quite lively, and unique display.

Nasturtiums also makes a fine companion to vegetables in the garden by attracting bees and repelling destructive pests, particularly around Brassicas (cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kohlrabi, mustard and collard greens, etc.).  Nasturtiums are also useful as a barrier planting around your tomatoes and cucumbers, and some gardeners find it a helpful pest deterrent when ringed around young fruit trees.

Nasturtium is easy to grow from seed. Nick or soak the seeds before sowing. Then direct sow into the garden or the final container in which they will grow, or start them indoors 5 to 6 weeks before the last anticipated spring frost in your area. Expect germination to take a week or so. The Nasturtium plants need full sun for best flowering; they will grow in part shade, but the blooms will not be as numerous or large. Poor soil often works better than rich for promoting bloom strength.

Common Questions

Q

Are the flowers edible?

A

Yes, flowers have a peppery taste and are used to garnish salads or other dishes. Young leaves have a flavor like watercress and are good in salads.

Q

Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?

A

Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.

Q

Why didn’t my seeds germinate?

A

Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.

Q

Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.

Q

What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?

A

Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.

Q

What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?

A

Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.

ABOUT
FAQ's
VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 10 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/2 inch

SOWING RATE

1 - 2 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 12 inches

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus Hawaiian Mix) - Add a tropical touch to pots and borders with Nasturtium 'Hawaiian Mix'. This vibrant blend of yellow, pink, apricot and cream flowers will brighten up any garden, flowering all summer long.

These pretty blossoms atop lily pad-shaped leaves make a lovely garden tapestry. Hawaiian mix grows readily in pots or window boxes, or plant in garden beds to softly drape and cover bare spots or fill in borders. Both flowers and leaves of nasturtiums are edible with a spicy flavor like watercress. They make tasty additions to salads or sandwiches.

Nasturtiums also makes a fine companion to vegetables in the garden by attracting bees and repelling destructive pests, particularly around Brassicas (cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kohlrabi, mustard and collard greens, etc.).  Nasturtiums are also useful as a barrier planting around your tomatoes and cucumbers, and some gardeners find it a helpful pest deterrent when ringed around young fruit trees.

Nasturtium is easy to grow from seed. Nick or soak the seeds before sowing. Then direct sow into the garden or the final container in which they will grow, or start them indoors 5 to 6 weeks before the last anticipated spring frost in your area. Expect germination to take a week or so. The Nasturtium plants need full sun for best flowering; they will grow in part shade, but the blooms will not be as numerous or large. Poor soil often works better than rich for promoting bloom strength.

Common Questions

Q

Are the flowers edible?

A

Yes, flowers have a peppery taste and are used to garnish salads or other dishes. Young leaves have a flavor like watercress and are good in salads.

Q

Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?

A

Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.

Q

Why didn’t my seeds germinate?

A

Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.

Q

Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.

Q

What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?

A

Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.

Q

What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?

A

Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.

ABOUT
FAQ's
VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 10 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/2 inch

SOWING RATE

1 - 2 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 12 inches

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus Alaska Apricot) - Excellent selection of this Alaska separate color with bright Apricot flowers held above variagated foliage. Alaska Apricot is a mounding variety only reaching 12 inches in height. It is also a quick grower blooming heavily by early summer and keeps on going until the weather turns cold.

Warm apricot-colored flowers are held above handsome foliage. Alaska Apricot nasturtium produces small, beautifully variegated leaves which are the perfect foil for the showy flowers. Blooms are held above the leaves for optimal viewing. Alaska Apricot nasturtium plants are compact and tidy.

Nasturtiums also makes a fine companion to vegetables in the garden by attracting bees and repelling destructive pests, particularly around Brassicas (cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kohlrabi, mustard and collard greens, etc.). Alaska Apricot Nasturtium is also useful as a barrier planting around your tomatoes and cucumbers, and some gardeners find it a helpful pest deterrent when ringed around young fruit trees.

Nasturtium is easy to grow from seed. Nick or soak the seeds before sowing. Then direct sow into the garden or the final container in which they will grow, or start them indoors 5 to 6 weeks before the last anticipated spring frost in your area. Expect germination to take a week or so. The Nasturtium plants need full sun for best flowering; they will grow in part shade, but the blooms will not be as numerous or large. Poor soil often works better than rich for promoting bloom strength.

Common Questions

Q

Are the flowers edible?

A

Yes, flowers have a peppery taste and are used to garnish salads or other dishes. Young leaves have a flavor like watercress and are good in salads.

Q

Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?

A

Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.

Q

Why didn’t my seeds germinate?

A

Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.

Q

Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.

Q

What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?

A

Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.

Q

What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?

A

Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.

ABOUT
FAQ's
VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 10 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/2 inch

SOWING RATE

1 - 2 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 12 inches

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus Orchid Flame) - These beautiful flowers have bright yellow with red edges. As the plants keep developing, the red creeps farther and farther across the bloom, creating all sorts of uniquely beautiful patterns. No two flowers will be just alike on this unique nasturtium.

Orchid Flame is a trailing variet spreading or cascading 3 to 4 feet tall; however, it only reaches 12 inches in height. This makes it a great choice for hanging baskets or trellises. It is also a quick grower  blooming heavily by early summer and keeps on going until the weather turns cold.

The flowers on Orchid Flame Nasturtium are unlike those of any other in the garden. Measuring 2 inches across, they stand out amongst any other flowers. Like all nasturtiums, they are edible, making lovely embellishments on cakes and salads. You can also use them hanging baskets, beds, containers, ground covers, as an ornamental, or a climbing vine. Their only downfall is they do not make a good cut flower.

Nasturtiums also makes a fine companion to vegetables in the garden by attracting bees and repelling destructive pests, particularly around Brassicas (cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kohlrabi, mustard and collard greens, etc.). Orchid Flame Nasturtium is also useful as a barrier planting around your tomatoes and cucumbers, and some gardeners find it a helpful pest deterrent when ringed around young fruit trees.

Nasturtium is easy to grow from seed. Nick or soak the seeds before sowing. Then direct sow into the garden or the final container in which they will grow, or start them indoors 5 to 6 weeks before the last anticipated spring frost in your area. Expect germination to take a week or so. The Orchid Flame Nasturtium plants need full sun for best flowering; they will grow in part shade, but the blooms will not be as numerous or large. Poor soil often works better than rich for promoting bloom strength.

Common Questions

Q

Are the flowers edible?

A

Yes, flowers have a peppery taste and are used to garnish salads or other dishes. Young leaves have a flavor like watercress and are good in salads.

Q

Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?

A

Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.

Q

Why didn’t my seeds germinate?

A

Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.

Q

Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.

Q

What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?

A

Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.

Q

What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?

A

Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.

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