Nasturtium
This is a trailing variety of nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus) with single flowers in bright hues of orange, yellow and red. Nasturtium is an edible plant - its leaves and flowers can add a peppery flavour to a salad while its seeds can be used like capers. It is very easy to grow and self-seeds readily, bringing plenty of vibrant colour to the garden as well as nectar for pollinators. Each packet contains approximately 25 organic seeds. More details below.
Organic Nasturium (Tropaeolum majus) Seeds
Characteristics:
- Annual (but self-seeds vigorously)
- Flower colour: orange, red and yellow hues
- Height: up to 30 cm
Growing schedule: Sow nasturtium seeds from mid-March to August for flowers from May to October. Sow under cover in pots or modules from mid-March or directly outside from May.
Sowing depth: 1cm
Planting distance: 40 x 40cm
Growing conditions: Nasturtiums prefer full sun and moist well-draining soil – but they are tolerant of most conditions. Do not fertilise unless soil is exceptionally poor as they do not do well in soil with high nitrogen.
Ongoing care: Dead-heading will help to encourage blooming. Nasturtiums can continue flowering until the first frost.
Number of seeds: Each packet contains approximately 25 organic seeds, sufficient for approx 20 plants.
| SKU | XBFTAMA01 |
|---|---|
| Special Features | Pollinator Friendly, Easy Gardening |
| Life Cycle | Annual |