Fragrant, bright-red flowers with long spurs glow against the blue-green, rounded leaves. Mounded plants grow quickly to fill beds or containers. Flowers add a spicy dash of color to salads or as garnish.
Details
Botanical Name
Tropaeolum majus 'Empress of India'
Common Name
Empress of India Nasturtium
Hardiness Zone
Appearance
Max Height
12 inches
Max Spread
Plant Form
- Mounded
Foliage Colour
- Blue Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- Red
Edible
Edible
- YES
Edible Component
- Flower
Edible Harvest Period
Spring to Fall
Edible Use
- Fresh Eating
Fruit Colour
- Red
Growing
Flowering Period
Spring to Fall
Moisture
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Deer Resistance
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