- Compact plants
- Dark red/brown flowers
Description
'Nasturtium- Tom Thumb Black Velvet' seeds
Tropaeolum majus
- Compact plants
- Dark red/brown flowers
Annual. Compact non trailing plants that grow to around 40cm tall. Plants have bright green leaves and produce elegant deep red to chocolate brown coloured flowers. Good for beds, borders, rockeries, containers and hanging baskets. Tolerates poor soil.
Container growing
Rockeries
Borders
Beds
Culinary use
Ornamental use
Red/Crimson Flowers
Chocolate/Brown/Black Flowers
Seeds per gram: 8
Product code: X-046
Best Months to Sow
| J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D | |
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| Arid |
Quick Sowing Guide
| Method | Sow direct or raise seedlings |
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| Sowing Depth | 15mm |
| Season | Spring to early autumn (in cool climates spring only) |
| Germination | 7-14 days @ 16-20°C |
| Hardiness / Life Cycle | Frost tender Annual |
| Plant Spacing | 30cm |
| Plant Height | 40cm |
| Position | Part or full sun, moist well drained soil |
| Days Until Maturity | 70-80 days |
*Notes: Do not over-water. Protect from slugs, snails and caterpillars.
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How To Grow
Shipping
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| Small seed packets ONLY - | Economy Delivery | $3.00 or FREE on orders over $25 | $5 |
| Parcel Delivery | Capped rate of $8.99 | ||
| Express Delivery | $15.00 | ||
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Parcel Delivery |
Capped rate of $8.99 |
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Express Delivery |
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| Live Plants - | Live plants | Capped rate of $10.00 | |
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Ratings & Reviews
Nasturtium- Tom Thumb Black Velvet
I love this variety, the colour is so rich. The seeds germinated easily and they're generally so fuss free and easy to grow.
