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BLACK VELVET

BLACK VELVET

Tropaeolum majus The deepest, darkest, richest, ruby-black blooms grace tidy plants. For a dramatically thrilling display, Black Velvet provides maximum contrast to light-colored flowers or a provocative mix with purples and reds. Mounding plants reach 12 inches tall. By providing adequate water and clipping seed heads, your nasturtiums will reward you with a profusion of blooms from July to fall’s first frost. The flowers make a lightly spicy edible garnish too! Approximately 7 seeds per gram. Germination code: (4)

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Ken C.

Only two plant came up after being planted in soil that is half compost and watered religiously.

During our recent Quality Assurance grow-out of Black Velvet, we found that these seeds did not germinate to our standards.
We apologize for this issue and any inconvenience it may have caused. We stand behind our products 100% and are committed to ensuring you receive high-quality seeds as described. To make this right, we will issue you a full refund/credit for the purchase amount. If you ordered online or through our catalog with a credit card, your account will be refunded within the next week. Expect to see the credit posted to your account soon. If you paid by check, money order, or cash, you will be contacted separately with a discount code to use on a future order.

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MAG
Disappointed. Can't get them started.

I've tried to start a number of times and the seeds just don't sprout or I get only one start and it never gets strong or big enough and then it dies. Very disappointed with these. Maybe I got a bad package or maybe they are hard to grow. I will contact Territorial and see what they suggest or maybe get them replaced.

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Anni J.
Black Velvet Nasturtium

Stunning deep red flowers! Did not disappoint.
One of my all time favorites now. :)

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Donna G.
Would not Grow

I started these inside around the end of February.. They were put in seed trays and I had a warming mat underneath them. While the Night and Day Nasturtiums sprouted in two weeks, I got n nothing from these. Finally, I dumped the tray. No seed takes 3 months to sprout.

So sorry to hear that! We do germ test all of our seeds and to ensure we sell only top performing seed, we have established germination standards that are higher than prescribed by the Federal Seed Act. Our minimum germination standard for flowers is 50% and the most recent test for this variety passed at 55%. As always, our products are backed by our full guarantee. We want you, our customers, to be 100% satisfied with the seed, plants and supplies that you purchase from us. If anything you buy from Territorial proves to be unsatisfactory, we will either replace the item (if available) or refund the purchase price, whichever you prefer (for up to 1 year from purchase). Contact our customer service (Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM Pacific Time) at either 800-626-0866 or info@territorialseed.com

The color and beauty of a flower garden can lift the spirit and renew the soul, and a bouquet of fresh cut flowers will bring sunshine into your home. Over the years we have conducted extensive flower trials, concentrating on varieties that are easy to grow-many from direct-sowing- have superior color and fragrance, and make a good cut flower. Take a bit of time, relax and enjoy a cup of steaming hot chocolate, and look over our selections. We think you'll find just what you're looking for.

Germination Codes
Given at the end of each description to give you specific information.
(1) Germination occurs between 70-85°F and within 6-15 days. Sow indoors and cover lightly.
(2) Needs a period of pre-chilling. Mix seeds with moistened peat moss and place in plastic bag. Seal and place bag in an area where the temperature is around 60°F for 2-3 days. Then place in the refrigerator for 30-90 days. After pre-chilling, place seed on sterile seedling mix and cover lightly. Germination may take up to 30 days.
(3) Needs darkness to germinate. Remove cover as soon as germination occurs.
(4) Direct sow in the garden as soon as the soil warms to at least 55°F.
(5) Germination may be slow and erratic. A fluctuating temperature of 75°F during the day and 50°F at night may help.
(6) Needs at least 12 hours of light per day to germinate. Press into the medium but do not cover. Keep moist.
Note: For those varieties that indicate a (1) or (6), a very light covering of vermiculite will allow adequate light to the seed and keep it uniformly moist.

Culture
• As a general rule, flowers can be sown when soil has warmed to at least 55°F
• Apply 1-2 cups of TSC's Complete fertilizer per 5 row feet, and 1 inch of compost
• If you prefer to soak your seeds: soak in 85°F water for 1-3 hours and plant immediately — longer soaking times are often detrimental; seeds need air to live

Direct Sowing
• Seeds should be buried 2 times their narrowest dimension and covered with finely raked soil or vermiculite unless otherwise noted
• Some varieties can take over a month to germinate so mark your rows, keep them moist, and for larger seeds like sunflowers, use bird netting


Transplanting
• Sow 5-6 weeks prior to anticipated transplant date
• If seeds need darkness, cover with 2 sheets of newspaper or plastic, remove upon the first signs of germination
• We recommend feeding your seedlings Age Old Grow, diluted to 1/4 strength

Insects & Disease
• Early watering and good weed control will generally alleviate most problems
• Pyrethrin will control most insects

Harvest & Storage
• For fresh-cut flowers: Harvest in the morning when flowers are their freshest and petals are just opening
• Cut with a clean knife that has been dipped in a solution of 10% household bleach
• A few drops of bleach in the vase will prolong their beauty

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