Tropaeolum majus 'Black Velvet'

Also Known As

Tropaeolum 'Black Velvet'
Black Velvet Nasturtium

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 12"
W: 12"

planting zones

1-11

Tropaeolum majus 'Black Velvet' plant details

Tropaeolum majus 'Black Velvet' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer black flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tropaeolum majus 'Black Velvet'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: tropaeolaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: black blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, long-blooming, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tropaeolum majus 'Black Velvet'

USDA Zones: 1 - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The deepest colored nasturtium we offer, 'Black Velvet' has been selected for its mahogany colored blooms veiled in black. In Victorian times a similar variety was described as having dark blood-red flowers, and curiously emitting electric sparks in the evening!

By: Select Seeds

New & chi-chi! Velvety, almost black Nasturtium flowers are held atop lettuce green foliage. To 12” tall & a clumper, not a viner. Toss that in your salad! Reseeds!