Tropaeolum majus 'Empress of India'

Also Known As

Tropaeolum 'Empress of India'
Empress of India Nasturtium

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 10"-15"

planting zones

1-12

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Tropaeolum majus 'Empress of India' plant details

Tropaeolum majus 'Empress of India' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - low water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tropaeolum majus 'Empress of India'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: tropaeolaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 IN - 15 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, culinary, easy-to-grow, edible, heirloom, long-blooming, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tropaeolum majus 'Empress of India'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An enchanting heirloom Nasturtium, these unique plants have deep blue-green round leaves & myriads of brilliant vermilion-red, long-spurred flowers that hummingbirds adore. Extra credit points for spicy edible leaves & flowers to pretty up your salads. ‘Empress of India’ grows in cascading, 1’ high & wide mounds, an excellent cover-up for bare areas, walkways, borders or spilling from containers.

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Small, dark blue-green leaves and smoldering dark scarlet flowers make a striking contrast on this Victorian era heirloom. The neat mounded habit makes it suitable for containers and garden edging. The flowers and leaves have a peppery taste that spices up salads, vegetables and pasta dishes.