Ferns
Tropaeolum majus 'Empress of India' (Nasturtium)
Tropaeolum majus 'Empress of India'
Also known as Empress of India Nasturtium
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About This Plant
Tropaeolum majus 'Empress of India' (Nasturtium), 'Empress of India', is valued in PNW gardens for its character and seasonal interest.
An ornamental fern , graceful fronded foliage for shaded woodland gardens. Many are PNW natives or near-natives.
Part shade to full shade suits this plant. Plant in moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil. Hardy USDA Zone varies. Provide consistent moisture and humus-rich soil. Most resent direct hot sun and dry conditions.
Plant Details
- Botanical
- Tropaeolum majus 'Empress of India'
- Common name
- Empress of India Nasturtium
- Lifecycle
- Annual
- Mature size
- 12-18 in tall × 14-20 in wide
- Growth rate
- Fast
- Bloom time
- Summer through fall frost
- Foliage color
- Green
Care Notes
Garden Attributes
- Pacific NW native
- Deer resistant
- Coastal suitable
- Grown organically
- Pollinator value: Hummingbirds, Bees
- Wildlife: Hummingbird nectar, Pollinator support
- 🌱 Edible: Flowers, Leaves
- Flowers and leaves are edible; peppery flavor.