{"product_id":"nasturtium-purple-emperor-seeds-tropaeolum-majus","title":"Nasturtium ‘Purple Emperor’ Seeds (Tropaeolum majus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e(Tropaeolum majus) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"71\"\u003eNasturtium ‘Purple Emperor’\u003c\/b\u003e. A stunning departure from the traditional bright oranges and yellows, this heirloom variety features unique, dusky rose-purple blooms that fade to  as they age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe 'Purple Emperor' is a versatile, easy-to-grow annual with a neat, trailing habit. Its cool-toned flowers contrast beautifully against the lush, rounded, lily-pad-like green foliage. Not only is it a visual masterpiece, but every part of the plant is edible—the flowers add a peppery, watercress-like kick to salads and garnishes, while the young leaves and seeds can be used as a zesty addition to pestos or pickled like capers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUnique Colour Palette:\u003c\/b\u003e Striking antique purple and rose tones rarely seen in nasturtiums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDual-Purpose Beauty:\u003c\/b\u003e A stunning ornamental plant that doubles as a gourmet edible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGarden Protector:\u003c\/b\u003e Functions as an excellent \"trap crop,\" naturally drawing aphids away from your prized vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLow Maintenance:\u003c\/b\u003e Thrives in poorer soils and requires very little fuss once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePollinator Magnet:\u003c\/b\u003e Highly attractive to bees and butterflies, bringing movement and life to your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eGrowing Information:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"17\"\u003eTropaeolum majus\u003c\/i\u003e 'Purple Emperor'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSowing Season:\u003c\/b\u003e Spring and Summer (after the last frost). In frost-free areas, can be sown year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/b\u003e Full sun to partial shade. (Full sun produces the most flowers).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.5cm – 2cm (Seeds are large and easy to handle).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/b\u003e 20–30cm apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGermination:\u003c\/b\u003e 7–14 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately 8–10 weeks from sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSoil Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Avoid over-fertilizing! Nasturtiums actually bloom better in \"lean\" or poor soil. Too much nitrogen will result in lots of leaves but fewer flowers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6 seeds per pack \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eplastic free packaging \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSorry we Can not send seeds to W.A due to biosecurity \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gatherer Forager","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53362879693073,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/4323\/7905\/files\/Nasturtium_Purple_Emperor_Tropaeolum_majus.png?v=1775004055","url":"https:\/\/www.gathererforager.com\/products\/nasturtium-purple-emperor-seeds-tropaeolum-majus","provider":"Gatherer Forager","version":"1.0","type":"link"}