Nasturtium Empress of India Flower Seeds, 50 Flower Seeds Per Packet

Tropaeolum majus 'Empress of India'

A deep red-orange flower from the Victorian days. Plants are compact with dark blue-green leaves that contrast splendidly against the 2 1/2” bright blooms. Flowers are edible and make a stunning and tasty garnish. Excellent container flower.

Type: Annual
Sun: Full
Planting Depth: Broadcast
Spacing: Broadcast
Water: Low
Days to Maturity/Bloom: 55-65 days
Height: 10-12”
Zones: 3-10

Planting Instructions 

In areas that experience winter or frosts, plant wildflowers in the spring, after all danger of frost has passed. Locations that do not receive frosts can plant wildflowers anytime.

Sow seeds in fields, gardens, lawns, and meadows. Cleared, open spaces will grow more flowers.

Choose a planting day that has rain in the near future, so you don't have to water them. Plant them in full sun in an area that has good drainage. Scatter the seeds broadly around the space. Walk over the seeds to press them into the ground. Do not bury them; they need the sun to germinate.

Keep the soil moist without being soaked until they are 4-6” high. After that, natural rain is generally sufficient.

USDA Zone Map