Nasturtium 'Purple Emperor' Seeds
£3.49
notes
An eye‑catching and elegant annual that draws the eye with dusky‑rose and deep burgundy‑purple blooms, Purple Emperor brings a twist to cottage beds, containers and patio pots. Its trailing habit makes it ideal for ground cover, cascading over edges, or weaving through other summer flowers.
Dimensions
- Approx. 25 seeds
- Grows up to 180cm
Features
notes
An eye‑catching and elegant annual that draws the eye with dusky‑rose and deep burgundy‑purple blooms, Purple Emperor brings a twist to cottage beds, containers and patio pots. Its trailing habit makes it ideal for ground cover, cascading over edges, or weaving through other summer flowers.
Insights
Johnsons Seeds, part of the long-established Mr Fothergill’s family, has been trusted by UK gardeners for generations. With a focus on quality, reliability, and ease of use, their seeds are selected to inspire confidence in the garden.
Details
- Sow: April – June (direct outdoors after frost risk has passed)
- Flower: June – October
- Half‑hardy annual
Planting
- Soil: Moist, fertile, well‑drained soil
- Aspect: Full sun (best flowering)
- Outdoors: Sow two seeds together, with 45cm between pairs. Cover lightly with 1.5cm of soil and keep moist. Thin to one strong seedling per position.
Care
Water regularly until established, then moderate watering encourages flowering without excessive leafy growth. Deadhead spent blooms to prolong the flowering season. Nasturtiums are undemanding once settled and can self‑sow in mild areas.
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