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Nasturtium 'Empress of India'
nasturtium
- » Scarlet flowers
- » Dark, blue-green leaves
- » Ideal for containers or small spaces in the garden
- » Syn. Tropaeolum majus
- Category:Edibles
- Breeder:Sara's Superb Herbs®
- Hardiness Zone:2-11
- Height:1-2 ft
- Spread:1-2 ft
- Bloom Color: Red Shades
- Foliage Color: Blue Shades, Green Shades
One of the most popular edible flowers! Nasturtium produces a compact, bushy plant with a neat mound of rounded, dark blue-green leaves. Bright, colorful flowers create a striking contrast against the foliage. The blooms have a sweet, peppery flavor and are delicious in salads, as a seasoning, or as a colorful garnish.
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Maintenance and Care
| • | Low Maintenance |
Flower Color
| • | Red |
Programs
| • | Sara's Superb Herbs |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer Bloomer |
Habit
| • | Mounding |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Nasturtium 'Empress of India'
Thrives in full to partial sun, with an average amount of water, in a well-drained soil.