Thompson Morgan Nasturtium Black Velvet 1 Seed Packet 15 Seeds Red

A unique dwarf Nasturtium with an unusual colour! Nasturtium 'Black Velvet' bears deep, red-black blooms with a contrasting background of bright green foliage. Its extraordinary appearance makes an eye-catching feature in borders or containers and makes an especially effective impact when grown next to plants of contrasting colours. Sow outdoors where they are to flower. Prepare the ground well and rake to a fine tilth before sowing. Sow 20mm ( 3/4in) deep, in rows 30cm (12in) apart.For earlier flowering: Sow seed, 1cm (1/2") deep, 3 seeds per 7.5cm (3in) pot, in free-draining, damp seed compost. Place at 20-29C (68-86F) until after germination. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions before planting out after risk of frost. Before planting into containers, ensure plants are well rooted in their pots. When large enough to handle, thin out seedlings to 23cm (9 inches) apart. For early sown plants, gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions before planting out after risk of frost. Before planting into containers, ensure plants are well rooted in their pots. Water regularly until plants are fully established. Growing nasturtiums is easy and once established, they require little attention. Ideal For: Patio, Kitchen Garden, Cottage Gardens, Exotic Garden Hardiness: Half-hardy Position In: Full sun Height: Up to 23cm Spread: Up to 30cm Nasturtium 'Black Velvet' is supplied as 1 packet of 15 seeds. Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Features: A unique dwarf Nasturtium with an unusual colour! Nasturtium 'Black Velvet' bears deep, red-black blooms with a contrasting background of bright green foliage ideal to sow in containers, patio pots or sunny beds and borders for long summer flowering Culinary note: The peppery flavour of the leaves and colourful flowers will enrich salads and the unripened seeds can used like capers - delicious combined with cream cheese or butter in canapés Nasturtium 'Black Velvet' 1 packet of seed 15 seeds Specifications: Model Number: 23794