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Variety Info
Family: Tropaeolaceae, Nasturtium family, contains more than 75 species of garden nasturtiums.
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: 6'–7' vines
Variety Info: 2" blossoms that bloom burgundy purple and fade to lavender and rose pink.
Attributes: Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators, Drought Tolerant, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Good for Containers, Edible Flower
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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Growing Info
Harvesting: Harvest leaves and flowers in the morning, if possible, when they are more hydrated and cooler, rather than later in the day.
Special Care: Deadhead (remove spent blossoms) for optimum number of blooms and to prevent seed formation. Nasturtium may self-sow.
- DVerified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 stars3/13/26Fun but not quite purple
I love being an able to put some slightly different colors into my nasturtiums! I planted them last spring & summer and they were slow to get going. This spring they’re popping up nicely. Seems like about 4/5 of the blossoms are a faded mauve color, and the remaining 1/5 are almost magenta. Not really purple but still lovely.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests3/15/26Hey D,
Thank you so much for this wonderful 5-star review and for sharing your experience with the Purple Emperor Trailing Nasturtium Seeds! It's fantastic to hear they're popping up nicely this spring after getting established last season.
Nasturtium colors can vary based on soil conditions, temperature, and even the individual genetics of each plant, which creates that beautiful range you're experiencing.
We love that you're enjoying the slightly different colors they bring to your nasturtium collection. Those trailing varieties add such a lovely cascading element to gardens, and the color variations you're describing sound absolutely gorgeous!
Thanks for sticking with them through that slower start last season.
Keep on growing 🌻️
- CGVerified ReviewerRated 2 out of 5 stars1/22/26Disappointing Colors
Most of the plants had blossoms that were muddy, muted, and bland,. There were a few plants with lovely burgundy blooms, but none of the other colors shown on the package. I pulled the non-burgundy plants. Disappointing.
BIBotanical Interests1/25/26Hey CG,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with the Purple Emperor Trailing Nasturtium Seeds. We're really sorry to hear that the colors didn't meet your expectations and that most of the blooms appeared muted rather than showing the vibrant variety you were hoping for.
Nasturtium flower colors can be influenced by several growing factors including soil conditions, temperature, and sunlight exposure. Rich, fertile soil can sometimes produce more foliage at the expense of vibrant blooms, while slightly stressed conditions often encourage more intense flower colors. We're glad to hear you did get some lovely burgundy blooms from a few plants, though we completely understand your disappointment that the full color range wasn't represented.
Thank you for giving them a try and for sharing your honest feedback with other gardeners. Your experience helps us understand how our seeds perform in different growing conditions. Keep on growing 🌻️
- MaryVerified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 stars1/22/26If you want a "pink" nasturtium
Years ago grew one and have been looking for the elusive pink one. After much searching, I gave this seed mix a try and I got all shades of dusty pink, orange-pink, blush, to pinkish, to red-pink. Was very vigorous and took over the boulevard.
BIBotanical Interests1/22/26Hey Mary,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful review of our Purple Emperor Trailing Nasturtium Seeds! We're absolutely thrilled to hear that you finally found those elusive pink shades you've been searching for! It sounds like this mix delivered exactly what you were hoping for - all those beautiful dusty pinks, orange-pinks, blush tones, and red-pinks must have created such a gorgeous display. We love that they were so vigorous and really took off for you on the boulevard - what a fantastic way to showcase all those amazing color variations! Thank you for choosing us and for sharing your colorful growing success with us. Keep on growing 🌻️
- DonitaRated 5 out of 5 stars1/17/265 Stars
These germinated well love these!
- MorganRated 5 out of 5 stars12/19/255 Stars
Quick, beautiful packaging. Thanks!