Black Velvet Nasturtium produces velvety red-black flowers that are offset by yellow throats. Black Velvet Nasturtium provides maximum contrast to light-colored flowers. Topping out at 12 inches tall, Black Velvet Nasturtium is ideal for small beds and containers. Black Velvet Nasturtium is a sumptuous, glamorous, rich, almost black nasturtium. A prolific bloomer, gardeners can enjoy Black Velvet Nasturtium all throughout the spring and summer. The flowers make a lightly spicy edible garnish.
Botanical Name: Tropaeolum minus

Life Cycle: Annual

Light Requirement: Full Sun, Partial Shade

Planting Season: Spring

Plant Type: Trailing Vines and Abundant Variegated Round Leaves with Multicolored Petals

Features: Heirloom, Attracts Pollinators, Edible, Fragrant, Easy to Grow & Maintain, Container Garden

Color: Mixed

Blooms: Summer

Days to Maturity: 60 Days

Plant Height: 10-12 inches

Plant Spacing: 4-6 inches

Planting Depth: 1/2 inch

Sowing Method: Direct Sow

Cold Stratification: No

Hardiness Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10