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