(N) Nasturtium Black Velvet seeds 3g (604036)

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🖤 Nasturtium ‘Black Velvet’ Seeds
🖤 Botanical Name: Tropaeolum majus
🖤 Type: Hardy Annual

Nasturtium ‘Black Velvet’ is a truly striking variety, featuring deep, velvety crimson-black flowers set against rich green foliage. Its bold, dramatic blooms offer an unusual twist on a garden classic, flowering freely from summer into autumn. This compact, easy-to-grow nasturtium is ideal for borders, containers, and edible gardens, as both flowers and leaves are edible with a peppery tang.

🌿 Plant Details
✔ Type: Hardy Annual
✔ Height: 35–40cm
✔ Spread: 40–40cm
✔ Flowers: June – October
✔ Position: Full sun to partial shade; well-drained soil

🌱 Growing Information
✔ Sow: March – May directly outdoors, or start indoors from February
✔ Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C
✔ Spacing: 25–30cm apart
✔ Care: Avoid rich soil for best flowering; water during dry spells

🌼 Why You’ll Love It
✔ Unusual and dramatic deep crimson-black blooms
✔ Compact and tidy growth habit
✔ Easy to grow – perfect for beginners
✔ Edible flowers and leaves add flavour and flair to dishes

✨ Top Tip
Pick flowers regularly to prolong blooming and encourage bushier growth.

🌷 Perfect For
✔ Borders, beds & patio pots
✔ Edible flower gardens & salads
✔ Companion planting (repels pests like aphids)
✔ Adding contrast to vibrant colour schemes

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