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Nasturtium Seeds - Purple Emperor

Regal, deeply-veined petals in shades of dusty rose and lilac

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About the Variety

Key Features

Prefers Dappled Shade
Morning Sun Only
Prefers Moist Soil
Prefers Lean Soil
Container Friendly
Climbing
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Ground Cover
Medicinal
Edible
Reduces Erosion
Suppresses Weeds
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Hanging Basket Friendly
Microgreens

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Tropaeolum majus

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

SEED TYPE

  • Heirloom Seed
  • Open Pollinated Seed

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade

BLOOM SEASON

  • Summer

GROWTH HABIT

  • Climbing

PLANT HEIGHT

  • Up to 10 inches

COLOR

  • Purple

The Purple Emperor wants to live in your yard! And how could you resist! A well-loved companion plant with trailing vines and pink and purple blooms, this nasturtium is certain to be the benevolent ruler of your garden.

  • • Annual trailing vine with rounded leaves and blooms ranging from pink to purple
  • • Heirloom pollinator attractor with abundant Summer blooms
  • • Thrives in full sun or partially shaded areas

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/2 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 4 to 6 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

SEED PREP

  • Soaking

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 34 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 200 Up to 625 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

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    Nasturtium Seeds - Purple Emperor FAQs

    What is Purple Emperor Nasturtium also known as?

    Purple Emperor Nasturtium is also known as Indian Cress and Monks Cress.

    Is Purple Emperor Nasturtium resistant to animals or disease?

    Purple Emperor Nasturtium is deer resistant, meaning deer generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

    Customer Reviews

    Overall rating: 2.6 / 5 from 5 reviews.

    Customer photo review of Nasturtium Seeds - Purple Emperor

    Came back even stronger in their 2nd year as volunteers. First year plants were smaller but super unique. Scratch seeds on sandpaper before planting to improve germination rates & always direct seed in ground. Hope this helps!

    Lourelai 5/5

    Nasturtium Seeds - Purple Emperor

    Customer photo review of Nasturtium Seeds - Purple Emperor

    I soak these seeds overnight and then planted them in the soil outside and in a nine pack in potting soil. I left a few in a damp paper towel in a dark place, hoping to see some action that way. One seed from the whole package germinated. I'm very disappointed. Pictured is the one tough guy that made it.

    Joanne 1/5

    Nasturtium Seeds - Purple Emperor

    Store owner replied: Hello Joanne. Thank you for your review. We're sorry to hear that only one of your seeds germinated despite trying several different germination methods. We understand how disappointing that must have been. We agree that soaking the seeds overnight is an excellent way to help soften their hard seed coat and encourage germination. Nasturtiums also germinate best when direct sown about ½ inch deep in well-drained soil after the soil has warmed. Consistent moisture during germination is important, but overly wet conditions, allowing the soil to dry out completely, or cool soil temperatures can all reduce germination success. Because nasturtiums develop quickly, they generally perform best when sown directly where they will grow rather than transplanted. We appreciate you contacting us directly so we could help address this issue. Thank you for your feedback, and we hope that one determined seedling grows into a beautiful, vigorous plant. At Eden Brothers, we stand behind our products and are committed to helping our gardeners achieve success!

    Unfortunately, none sprouted.

    Courtney B. 1/5 Verified

    Nasturtium Seeds - Purple Emperor

    Store owner replied: Hello Courtney B. Thank you for your review of Eden Brothers! We greatly appreciate you bringing this to our attention. It's so important to have feedback like this so we can continually improve our products. After speaking with our Customer Service Team, it seems we were able to resolve this for you. Thanks for your time in sharing your experience with us!

    Not one of the seeds germinated... other nasturtium seeds did but not these!

    Lrlya 1/5 Verified

    Nasturtium Seeds - Purple Emperor

    Store owner replied: Hello LRLYA. Thanks so much for your review! We greatly appreciate your feedback on this matter. We're always looking for ways to improve our products and will certainly take your information into account. After speaking with our Customer Service Team, it seems we were able to assist you with this. If you ever have any other concerns or questions, feel free to reach out to us and we'll be happy to do all we can to help. Thanks again for your review and best wishes for the rest of your growing season!

    Again, I'm impressed with Eden Brother's Seed germination rates. These all came up & blooms were gorgeous! Unfortunately, they don't hold up to complete & utter neglect. I got busy with work and another side project and failed to keep the first bed where I planted these watered. They need at least occasional watering to survive. Have a second set of seeds going in a different spot, and they are filling in nicely.

    Annieem 5/5 Verified

    Nasturtium Seeds - Purple Emperor

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