Trailing Nasturtium Mix Flower Seed

Product ID:1201.111201

Quick Facts

Latin Name

Tropaeolum majus

Days To Maturity

Days To Maturity

Average number of days from seeding date to harvest, within a specific crop group. If a transplanted crop: average number of days from transplant date. Not sure if crop is direct-seeded or transplanted? Check the Growing Information box for details. If crop can be both direct-seeded or transplanted, days to maturity refers to direct seeding. Days to maturity for all flowers and herbs is calculated from seeding date.

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55 - 65 days

Life Cycle

Life Cycle

Plants can be Annuals (single growing season), Perennials (grow year after year), Tender Perennials (grow year after year in warmer climates; and in some cases when given special protection in colder climates), or Biennials (require two years to mature).

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Annual

Hybrid Status

Hybrid Status

Hybrid: The offspring of a cross between two or more distinct parent lines, usually of same species, and selected for improved traits.
Open-pollinated: A non-hybrid variety that can reproduce itself in kind, demonstrating relatively stable traits from one generation to the next.

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Open Pollinated

Product Features

Product Features

Grows Well in Containers Grows Well in Containers
Variety does well when grown in a container.
Edible Flowers Edible Flowers
Variety's flowers may be consumed.
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Grows Well in Containers Edible Flowers

Trailing Nasturtium Mix Flower Seed

Product ID:1201.111201

Perfect for hanging baskets and containers, or even as a ground cover.

Flowers in red, rose, orange, and yellow. Perfect for hanging baskets and containers, or even as a ground cover. Will "climb" if tied to upright supports. Also known as garden nasturtium and Indian cress.

  • Edible Flower: Use the flowers as garnishes, or stuff with soft cheese. The flowers can be minced and added to butters and the immature seed heads can be pickled. Nasturtiums are a popular choice for adding color to salad mix. Peppery-flavored foliage is also edible.

Specs:

  • Plant Height: 96–120"
  • Packet: 50 seeds
  • Avg. 230 seeds/oz

Quick Facts

Latin Name

Tropaeolum majus

Days To Maturity

Days To Maturity

Average number of days from seeding date to harvest, within a specific crop group. If a transplanted crop: average number of days from transplant date. Not sure if crop is direct-seeded or transplanted? Check the Growing Information box for details. If crop can be both direct-seeded or transplanted, days to maturity refers to direct seeding. Days to maturity for all flowers and herbs is calculated from seeding date.

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55 - 65 days

Life Cycle

Life Cycle

Plants can be Annuals (single growing season), Perennials (grow year after year), Tender Perennials (grow year after year in warmer climates; and in some cases when given special protection in colder climates), or Biennials (require two years to mature).

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Annual

Hybrid Status

Hybrid Status

Hybrid: The offspring of a cross between two or more distinct parent lines, usually of same species, and selected for improved traits.
Open-pollinated: A non-hybrid variety that can reproduce itself in kind, demonstrating relatively stable traits from one generation to the next.

×

Open Pollinated

Product Features

Product Features

Grows Well in Containers Grows Well in Containers
Variety does well when grown in a container.
Edible Flowers Edible Flowers
Variety's flowers may be consumed.
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Grows Well in Containers Edible Flowers

DAYS TO GERMINATION:

7-14 days at 60-65°F (16-18°C)

SOWING:

Direct seed (recommended) - Sow 1/2-1" deep. Transplant - Sow 3-4 weeks before planting out. Cover seeds as darkness is required for germination.

LIGHT PREFERENCE:

Sun/Part Shade.

PLANT HEIGHT:

Varies. Trellising is useful for climbing/trailing varieties as they will need support to climb.

PLANT SPACING:

8-12". Thin to 3-5 plants in hanging baskets or 10" containers.

HARDINESS ZONES:

Annual.

HARVEST:

Edible flowers - fully open; Edible leaves - at any time.

SOIL REQUIREMENTS:

Well-drained, but not especially rich soil. High nitrogen levels promote more foliage than flower production.

USES:

Bedding plant. Excellent in containers and hanging baskets. Edible flowers, leaves and seed pods.

SCIENTIFIC NAME:

Tropaeolum spp.

ALTERNATE NAMES:

Garden nasturtium, Indian cress

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