{"product_id":"mr-fothergills-nasturtium-empress-of-india","title":"Mr Fothergills Nasturtium Empress Of India","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNasturtium Empress of India Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eproduce striking, deep red blooms set against rich, dark foliage, creating a bold and ornamental display throughout the summer months. A hardy annual, it flowers in the same year as sowing and is well suited to borders, beds and patio containers, adding colour and contrast with minimal effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis variety thrives in full sun and performs best in poor or moderately fertile soils. Avoid feeding, as this encourages excessive leafy growth at the expense of flowers. Water well during establishment, after which plants are relatively drought tolerant and easy to maintain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowering from June through to October, the vibrant blooms are ideal for adding colour to cottage gardens, containers and wildlife-friendly spaces. The flowers are also edible, offering a peppery garnish for salads and dishes, while the trailing habit can be used effectively as ground cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSow outdoors, April-June, where they are to flower, 1.5cm (½”) deep, directly into finely-prepared, well-drained soil, which has already been watered. Sow two seeds together every 20cm (8\"). Seedlings usually appear in 21-28 days. Remove the weaker plant, which can be transplanted elsewhere if desired. Water well until young plants are established. Or sow indoors for earlier flowers, February-May, 1.5cm (½”) deep, individually in small pots of compost. Keep moist. Gradually accustom plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out, May-June, 30cm (12\") apart, into well-drained soil, when frosts are over. Flowers: June to October.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bosworths Garden Centre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53372866691408,"sku":"281509","price":3.19,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/3368\/3792\/files\/47100_NASTURTIUM_20Empress_20of_20India.jpg?v=1786439033","url":"https:\/\/www.bosworthsgc.pro\/products\/mr-fothergills-nasturtium-empress-of-india","provider":"Bosworths Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}