Nasturtium Empress of India – Heirloom Edible Flower Seeds
Bring timeless Victorian charm to your garden with Nasturtium Empress of India, a treasured heirloom variety first introduced in the 1880s. This stunning nasturtium is celebrated for its deep crimson-scarlet flowers set against blue-green foliage, creating a dramatic, velvety contrast that instantly adds visual impact. Perfect for gardeners who love bold, jewel-toned blooms, this dwarf variety grows to approximately 12 inches tall, making it ideal for containers, raised beds, edging borders, and small garden spaces.
Unlike trailing nasturtium varieties, the Empress of India maintains a neat, compact mound shape. Its bushy habit works beautifully in both formal flowerbeds and informal cottage gardens, offering versatility while keeping your garden tidy. This low-maintenance plant thrives in full sun and poor to average soil, and it actually flowers more profusely when not over-fertilized, as too-rich soil encourages leaf growth at the expense of blooms.
A truly versatile and edible plant, every part of the Empress of India can be enjoyed in the kitchen. Young leaves provide a peppery, watercress-like flavor for salads, while its vivid flowers make striking garnishes for summer dishes. Even the seed pods can be pickled as a caper substitute, adding extra culinary value to your garden harvest. Additionally, this nasturtium attracts beneficial pollinators such as bees and butterflies while naturally repelling pests like aphids.
Each packet contains approximately 24 seeds, with clear growing instructions on the back. Images show mature plants in flower for illustration purposes, and packet designs may occasionally vary. Seeds are visually inspected before dispatch to ensure quality, and your purchase includes fast, reliable U.K. delivery.
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Add the dramatic color, culinary versatility, and historic charm of Nasturtium Empress of India to your garden this season and enjoy a compact, low-maintenance plant that delivers maximum impact, edible delights, and pollinator-friendly blooms.
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