Nasturtium - Key Growing Information

Nasturtium, a vigorous, easily grown plant in full sun, which blooms and thrives in poor soil and dry conditions.

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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