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Nasturtium, Empress Of India - Dark Selection
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Nasturtium, Empress Of India microgreens seeds - tips and tricks how to grow it dark and easy
Introducing a bold and vibrant new addition to MP SEEDS selection- dark selection of Nasturtium! Try out Empress of India microgreens variety for an experience of mixed in dark green and navy blue colored leaves. Add some flavor with its spicy yet cooling taste when you use these edible leaves with beautiful pink stem for dishes or creative look when decorating your plate. This variety of Nasturtium has much darker foliage than Nasturtium TomThumb but grows very similar to it. Two varieties compared on last photo in galery.
Cultivation recommendations in easy to go bulletpoints:
Germination rate notice: Nasturtium microgreens germinate slower and with a lower sprouting rate than fast growers like radish. In official germination tests carried out over 21 days, seeds reached approx. 80%, a result referring to mature plants. This gourmet variety, loved by Michelin-starred chefs for its vibrant colors and flavor, requires skill, patience, and careful technique.
- Nasturtium seeds needs 6 hours soaking preparation.
- Germination period last 7 days.
- Sprouting takes around 7-10 days but it's definately worth waiting!
- Watch out for mold! Nasturtium has porous seeds that are susceptible to mold. Remember to keep your waterings low and cover the seeds with soil to prevent mold from spoiling all of your hard work.
- Growing Nasturtium microgreens is possible, even in cooler temperatures. If you want to cultivate them slowly without any worries about molding, lower the temperature and enjoy your bounty!
- When grown in good conditions, grows as fast as weeds.
Want to know more about growing and caring for Nasturtium Microgreens? Check out our detailed guide for all the info you need:
►Everything You Need to Know About Growing Nasturtium Microgreens - FAQs Answered!
Nasturtium has uneven germination- this is totally normal.
Nutrition facts and usage:
Nasturtium microgreens are packed with minerals, vitamins and essential oils to offer numerous healing properties – from high levels of Vitamins A, B & C and antioxidants - like fiber and copper. The plant also contains an enzyme called myrosinase which has powerful bactericidal, fungicidal as well as virucidal qualities. That's why nasturtium can be used for a natural antibiotic that combats certain fungi or infections. Its juice is even recommended for treating herpetic lesions, lichen planus dermosis. Plus it quickly reduces swelling after mosquito bites too!
| Variety: | Nasturtium Empress Of India |
| Certification: | Conventional Seeds |
| Seed Category: | Microgreens Seeds |
| Latin Name: | Tropaeolum majus nanum |
| Difficulty Level: | Medium |
| Seed count per gram: | 8 seeds |
| Sow density 10x20 tray: | 200 grams |
| Sprout in low temp.: | No |
| Soaking: | Yes up to 6 hours |
| Watering: | Rare |
| Blackout Time: | 7 days |
| Total growing time: | 14-17 days |
| Taste: | Cooling, Spicy |
| Stem Color: | Light Green |
| Leaves Color: | Green |
| Nutrition benefits: | A, B, C |
