{"product_id":"mr-fothergills-nasturtium-empress-of-india-seeds-1","title":"Mr Fothergills Nasturtium Empress of India Seeds","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"210\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"210\"\u003eMr Fothergills Nasturtium Empress of India Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"552\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"264\"\u003eMr Fothergills Nasturtium Empress of India Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e produce striking ruby-crimson blooms set against dark, rich green foliage, creating one of the most elegant and iconic displays of any nasturtium variety. Easy to grow and beautifully compact, this heritage favourite brings colour and refinement to borders, pots and small garden spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"557\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"559\" data-end=\"579\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"579\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"962\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"658\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"658\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"611\"\u003eDeep ruby-crimson flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e contrasted by distinctive dark green foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"734\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"734\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"686\"\u003eCompact, bushy growth\u003c\/strong\u003e ideal for borders, containers and groundcover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"735\" data-end=\"813\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"813\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"770\"\u003eAttracts bees and butterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e, supporting essential garden pollinators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"878\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"878\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"844\"\u003eEdible blooms and leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e with a pleasant peppery flavour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"962\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"962\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"925\"\u003eThrives in poor soil and sunny positions\u003c\/strong\u003e, requiring very little maintenance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"967\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"996\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"973\" data-end=\"996\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003eNasturtium Empress of India is a traditional, much-loved garden variety renowned for its dramatic colour contrast and reliably neat form. The single, velvety red flowers rise beautifully above the compact, blue-green foliage, making this an excellent choice for formal edging, contemporary container displays or classic cottage gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1720\"\u003eThis hardy annual is exceptionally easy to grow, performing best in full sun and in poorer, well-drained soils—where its flowering is at its most prolific. Both the flowers and young leaves are edible, adding a bold, peppery note to salads, garnishes and summer dishes. Highly attractive to bees and butterflies, Empress of India also enhances the natural biodiversity of your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1848\"\u003eA superb option for gardeners seeking timeless charm, reliable flowering and a versatile plant that thrives with minimal care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1859\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"2114\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1920\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1920\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1900\" data-end=\"1918\"\u003eTropaeolum majus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"1939\"\u003ePlant Class:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy Annual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bushy, dwarf\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"2009\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"2009\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"1998\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2012\" data-end=\"2030\"\u003eAttractive to:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bees and butterflies\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2056\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30cm (12in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2088\" data-end=\"2114\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2114\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2108\"\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003eSowing \u0026amp; Growing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2151\" data-end=\"2226\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2226\"\u003eSow outdoors April–June, 1.5cm (½\") deep in watered, well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003eSow two seeds every 20cm (8\"); thin to the strongest seedling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2360\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2360\"\u003eFor earlier flowering, sow indoors February–May in small pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2446\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2363\" data-end=\"2446\"\u003eGradually acclimatise before planting out 30cm (12\") apart once frost has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2447\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2449\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003eAvoid fertiliser—nutrient-rich soils reduce flowering and promote leafy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2530\" data-end=\"2533\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2535\" data-end=\"2571\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2539\" data-end=\"2571\"\u003eWhy Choose Empress of India?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2787\"\u003eA heritage nasturtium beloved for its dramatic colouring, compact form and ease of growing, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2665\" data-end=\"2685\"\u003eEmpress of India\u003c\/strong\u003e is perfect for both traditional and modern gardens. 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