Nasturium, Empress of India

Introducing the Empress of India nasturtium, a stunning addition to any garden. With its dazzling red flowers and large bushy shape, this plant is not only beautiful but also edible. Both the flowers and leaves can be added to salads, providing a unique, spicy flavor that cannot be found in grocery store produce. Not only is this plant a tasty treat, it also acts as a natural pest repellent, helping to keep whiteflies, cabbage loopers, and other garden pests at bay. Add the Empress of India to your garden for a visually striking and delicious addition to your culinary creations.

Nasturium: Add edible beauty to your garden with nasturtiums! These versatile flowers cascade perfectly from containers while providing spicy blooms and leaves for salads. Available in warm sunset colors, they attract pollinators while deterring pests. Easy to grow from seed, they'll brighten your garden and your plate! Growing Tips: Transplant 10-12 inches apart around the last frost (they can take a little cold weatehr!). Or plant 3 in a 12” wide container to keep it full. Sun Requirements: They want at 6 hours of sun a day for the best blooms but can tolerate partial shade just fine. Preferred Soil: They do best is poor to average soil. Too much compost can lead to big leafy plants with fewer flowers. Harvest Details: Pick flowrs continously all season long to encourage more flowers.