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Black Velvet Nasturtium Seeds

Black Velvet Nasturtium Seeds

SKU:1328

4.2
Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars
37

Impressive 'Black Velvet' will have the other garden flowers whispering in amazement! These edible beauties add glamorous, ruby-black color to salads and cheese plates, as well as creating eye-catching displays in gardens.

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~3.0 g

(~22 seeds)

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Variety Info

Family: Tropaeolaceae

Native: South America

Hardiness: Frost-sensitive, tender perennial usually grown as an annual; perennial in USDA zones 10 and warmer.

Exposure: Full sun to part shade

Bloom Period: Late spring to frost

Plant Dimensions: 10"–12" tall

Variety Info: 2"–2½"ruby-black blooms.

Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible Flower, Rabbit Resistant, Frost Sensitive

Non GMO Project

Sowing Info

When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date. Mild Climates: Sow in fall for winter bloom. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 55°–65°F.

When to Start Inside: Not recommended. 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date. Roots sensitive to transplant disturbance; sow in biodegradable pots that can be directly planted in the ground.

Days to Emerge: 7–14 days

Seed Depth: ½"–1"

Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 8" – 12"

Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 8" – 12"

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4.2
Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars
Based on 37 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 25 Total 4 star reviews: 4 Total 3 star reviews: 2 Total 2 star reviews: 2 Total 1 star reviews: 4
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37 reviews
  • Sidney S.
    OR, United States
    Verified Buyer
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    10/5/25
    New Nasturtium color

    Loved the color!

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate
    Who do you grow for? Yourself
    How do you prefer to grow? In Ground
  • Patricia D.
    CT, United States
    Verified Buyer
    Rated 1 out of 5 stars
    9/21/25
    Not good germination

    Very disappointed. Didn't get a single bloom.

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate
    Who do you grow for? Yourself
    How do you prefer to grow? Container
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    Botanical Interests
    9/29/25

    Hey Patricia,

    Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️

  • L
    Verified Reviewer
    Rated 1 out of 5 stars
    8/5/25
    Color not as described

    Purchased these 'Black Velvet' nasturtium seeds at an Agway location in Connecticut in early spring of this year (all stores have since closed, as company went out of business). The seeds germinated readily, however it is disappointing that the flower color is not at all as described.

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Expert
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    Botanical Interests
    8/13/25

    Hey there

    Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. A flower might not bloom in the color you were expecting for several natural reasons, and it doesn’t necessarily mean something is wrong.
    Soil conditions can play a role; certain flowers, like hydrangeas, change color based on soil pH and mineral content. Weather and temperature fluctuations, such as heatwaves or cold snaps, can impact pigment development and lead to muted or altered flower colors.
    Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team with any questions. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️

  • Estrellita
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5/25
    5 Stars

    I ordered it because i love it, but nothing has germinated yet. Nevertheless it is too soon to rate. But the packaging and the care in shipping was top notch. I love this company.

  • L H.
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4/8/25
    5 Stars

    a nice variation to mix in with other nasturtiums. i was able to pop them in the ground (zone 10) without issue. the goth in me would like the red to be a bit darker, but they are gorgeous. looking forward to next year’s volunteers!