Nasturtium Black Velvet Seeds 3g - Botanical Interests Dramatic Dark Red Edible Flowers

Botanical Interests Nasturtium Black Velvet - Dramatic Dark Red Edible Flower Seeds

Add dramatic color and peppery flavor to your garden with Botanical Interests Nasturtium Black Velvet Seeds. This stunning variety produces velvety, deep burgundy-red flowers that are both beautiful and edible - perfect for adding color to gardens and peppery zest to salads, garnishes, and culinary creations.

Why Choose Nasturtium Black Velvet?

• Dramatic Dark Color: Stunning deep burgundy-red, almost black flowers
• Edible Flowers & Leaves: Peppery flavor perfect for salads and garnishes
• Easy to Grow: Perfect for beginning gardeners
• Attracts Pollinators: Draws hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees
• Drought Tolerant: Thrives in dry conditions once established
• Versatile Growth: Trailing or climbing depending on support
• Pest Deterrent: Repels aphids and other garden pests
• Long Blooming: Flowers from summer through frost
• Container Friendly: Excellent for pots and hanging baskets

Product Specifications

• Brand: Botanical Interests
• Variety: Nasturtium Black Velvet (Tropaeolum majus)
• Packet Size: 3 grams
• Type: Annual flower (edible)
• Plant Height: 12-18 inches (trailing to 3-6 feet)
• Flower Size: 2-3 inches diameter
• Flower Color: Deep burgundy-red (almost black)
• Days to Bloom: 50-60 days from seed
• Bloom Time: Summer through frost

Growing Conditions

• Light: Full sun to part shade
• Soil: Average to poor soil (too-rich soil produces more foliage than flowers)
• Temperature: Warm-season annual; plant after last frost
• Water: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established
• Spacing: 8-12 inches apart
• pH: 6.0-8.0 (adaptable)

How to Grow Nasturtium Black Velvet

1. When to Plant: Direct sow outdoors after last frost when soil has warmed
2. Seed Preparation: Soak seeds overnight in warm water to speed germination
3. Planting Depth: Sow seeds 1/2 inch deep
4. Germination: Seeds germinate in 7-14 days at 65-70°F
5. Thinning: Thin seedlings to 8-12 inches apart
6. Watering: Water regularly until established; then water only during dry spells
7. Fertilizing: Minimal fertilizer needed; too much reduces flowering
8. Support: Provide trellis if climbing growth is desired
9. Harvesting: Pick flowers and leaves as needed for culinary use

Stunning Deep Burgundy-Red Flowers

Black Velvet produces velvety, deep burgundy-red flowers so dark they appear almost black, creating dramatic contrast in the garden. The rounded, spurred blooms are borne abundantly above rounded, lily pad-like foliage.

Edible Flowers & Leaves

All parts of nasturtiums are edible and nutritious:

• Flowers: Peppery, slightly sweet flavor; beautiful garnish
• Leaves: Peppery taste similar to watercress
• Seeds: Can be pickled as caper substitute
• Buds: Edible with peppery flavor

Culinary Uses

Nasturtium Black Velvet adds color and peppery zest to:

• Salads: Toss whole flowers or petals into green salads
• Garnishes: Dramatic topping for soups, appetizers, and entrees
• Sandwiches: Add leaves for peppery kick
• Herb Butter: Mix chopped flowers and leaves into butter
• Vinegars: Infuse vinegar with flowers
• Stuffed Flowers: Fill with cream cheese or herbed spreads
• Cake Decorations: Beautiful edible cake toppers

Easy to Grow from Seed

Nasturtiums are among the easiest flowers to grow:

• Large seeds are easy to handle
• Germinate quickly and reliably
• Tolerate poor soil and drought
• Require minimal care
• Perfect for children's gardens

Attracts Beneficial Pollinators

Black Velvet nasturtiums are magnets for pollinators:

• Hummingbirds: Love the nectar-rich spurred flowers
• Butterflies: Visit frequently for nectar
• Bees: Attracted to abundant blooms

Natural Pest Control

Nasturtiums act as trap crops and pest deterrents:

• Attract aphids away from other plants
• Repel squash bugs, cucumber beetles, and whiteflies
• Companion plant for vegetables
• Protect nearby plants from pests

Versatile Growth Habit

Black Velvet can be grown as:

• Trailing: Cascade from hanging baskets and containers
• Climbing: Provide trellis for vertical growth
• Ground Cover: Sprawl along ground to fill spaces
• Edging: Border paths and beds

Drought Tolerant

Once established, nasturtiums are extremely drought tolerant, thriving in dry conditions, requiring minimal watering, and actually producing more flowers in lean, dry soil - perfect for water-wise gardens.

Ideal Garden Uses

• Edible Gardens: Essential for edible landscaping
• Container Gardens: Hanging baskets, pots, window boxes
• Vegetable Gardens: Companion plant and pest control
• Cottage Gardens: Informal, colorful plantings
• Ground Cover: Fill bare spots quickly
• Vertical Gardens: Climb trellises and fences

Companion Planting

Nasturtiums are excellent companions for:

• Vegetables: Tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, cabbage, radishes
• Fruit Trees: Plant beneath to deter pests
• Roses: Attract aphids away from roses

Container Growing

Black Velvet is perfect for containers:

• Trailing habit cascades beautifully from pots
• Excellent for hanging baskets
• Combines well with other annuals
• Brings edible flowers to patios and balconies

Why Botanical Interests Seeds?

Botanical Interests is committed to providing high-quality seeds with detailed growing instructions and beautiful, artistic packaging. Their seeds are tested for germination and purity, ensuring gardening success.

Order Botanical Interests Nasturtium Black Velvet Seeds 3g today and grow stunning deep burgundy-red edible flowers with peppery flavor - perfect for salads, garnishes, and adding dramatic color to gardens while attracting pollinators and deterring pests!

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