Nasturtium Tropaeolum Majus Phoenix Vine Seed Flower Mix

Nasturtium Seeds - Phoenix Mix

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Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus Phoenix Mix) - It has taken us a few years, but we have finally added this very popular Phoenix nasturtium to our portfolio.  Instead of the usual rounded shape, the petals of every bloom on this flowering plant are divided into 3 to 4 points, like flames or fishtails. 

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

72 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early Summer until frost

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

65F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 10 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/2 inch

SOWING RATE

1 - 2 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 12 inches

Vibrant Vining Plant

Nasturtiums are classic vining plants that can be used in a variety of ways!

Vibrant Vining Plant

Colorful Annual

How To Grow

It is recommend to directly sow these flower seeds outdoors in spring. The seedlings do not transplant well into the garden when started indoors. Before sowing, soak the seeds overnight in warm water. The next day, plant the seeds 1/2 inch deep in an area that gets at least 6 hours of direct sun each day. Pre-work the soil so that it's fine and light. Flowers will appear 8 - 12 weeks after sowing. Nasturtium prefers full sun, but still tolerates amounts of shade and is adaptable to a variety of soil conditions.

  • Environment: Full sun
  • Soil: well-drained w' pH 6.1-7.8
  • Sowing rate: 1-2 seeds per plant
Colorful Annual

Plant Specifications

Nasturtium phoenix is an annual flowering plant that grows in USDA zones 3 through 10. It is effective at attracting hummingbirds, and is an excellent vine addition to the garden.

  • Bloom color: mix
  • Bloom season: summer until frost
  • Plant height: 72 inches

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus Phoenix Mix) - It has taken us a few years, but we have finally added this very popular Phoenix nasturtium to our portfolio.  Instead of the usual rounded shape, the petals of every bloom on this flowering plant are divided into 3 to 4 points, like flames or fishtails.  The blooms arise in both bright and pastel shades and even some bicolors giving you the classic golds, oranges, and reds of nasturtiums as well as the less common creams, peaches, and salmons. And that's not all! Many petals even have a stroke of mahogany near the base.  The ivy-leaf foliage makes this the perfect plant for trellises or trailing from a hanging basket.  You might even want to test the vines out as a cutflower for draping arrangement material.

Not only are these nasturtium flowers beautiful, they are also profuse. They will begin blooming in early summer and continue clear until frost in most areas and will grow in a variety of habitats. Some nasturtiums are vining, others bushy, but Phoenix is both! You can let its stems trail from hanging baskets and flowerpots, or you can grow it vertically in beds and containers, where it will mound instead of spreading. Generally about 12 inches high if mounded and 14 inches wide, it will adjust a bit to fit the habit you choose for it—lower and more trailing in baskets, higher and more compact in beds.  If allowing to vine, you can expect it to reach up to six feet!

Nasturtiums are grown as a climbing vine, a flowering plant, and for its uses as an herb. The flowers and leaves are edible, making beautiful additions to salads and handsome garnishes on the plate. Nasturtium has a peppery bite not unlike watercress (one of its common names is Indian Cress), and is best used in savory dishes. Like all nasturtiums, Phoenix is a splendid companion to vegetables in the garden attracting beneficial bees to the garden and other insects. 

Common Questions

Q

Are the flowers edible?

A

Yes, flowers have a peppery taste and are used to garnish salads or other dishes. Young leaves have a flavor like watercress and are good in salads.

Q

Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?

A

Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.

Q

Why didn’t my seeds germinate?

A

Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.

Q

Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.

Q

What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?

A

Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.

Q

What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?

A

Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

14 - 16 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Mid summer through fall

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

65F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 10 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/2 inch

SOWING RATE

1 - 2 seeds per plant or 3 1/2 pounds per 1,000 square feet or 150 pounds per acre

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 12 inches

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus Jewel Mix) - Few flowers light up the garden like nasturtiums do! Grow this lovely annual from flower seeds and have blooms from June until first frost. The Jewel mix blossoms are 2 - 3 inches across and come in shades of red, orange and yellow. The leaves are rounded or shaped like a shield and have a central leaf stalk. The leaves, flowers and seeds are edible, with the leaves having a peppery flavor which makes a great addition to your salads. The seeds were actually used as a pepper substitute during WWII, or you can pickle the seeds when they are still green.

Light up the garden

An abundance of 2-3" double spurred flowers bloom in a harmony of color. Superb for bedding or containers.Edible Flower: Use the flowers as garnishes, or stuff with soft cheese.

nasturtium red and orange seed mix

Nasturtium | Jewel mix

How to grow nasturtium

Plant seeds directly outdoors in the spring. The seedlings do not transplant well into the garden when started indoors. Before sowing seeds, soak the flower seeds overnight in warm water. The next day, plant the flower seeds 1/2 inch deep in an area that gets at least 6 hours of direct sun each day. Have the soil worked so that it's fine and light. The flowers will appear 8 - 12 weeks after being sown from flower seeds It will tolerate most any soil type, but prefers not to be fertilized

  • Sowing Rate: 1 - 2 seeds per plant or 3 1/2 pounds per 1,000 square feet or 150 pounds per acre
  • Average Germ Time: 7 - 10 days
  • Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination
  • Soil Type: Well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8
  • Plant Spacing: 8 - 12 inches
nasturtium edible plant

Flower Specifications

The plant likes a full sun place in the garden in cooler climates. For the hottest regions, afternoon shade is preferable to plants. Tropaeolum Majus plants will grow anywhere as an annual, but they will only survive as a perennial in frost-free zones. Nasturtium vine does best when it is left alone

  • Height: 14 - 16 inches
  • USDA Zones: 3 - 10
  • Season: Annual
  • Grows from seeds easily


Common Questions

Q

Are the flowers edible?

A

Yes, flowers have a peppery taste and are used to garnish salads or other dishes. Young leaves have a flavor like watercress and are good in salads.

Q

Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?

A

Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.

Q

Why didn’t my seeds germinate?

A

Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.

Q

Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.

Q

What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?

A

Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.

Q

What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?

A

Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.

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VIDEOS

Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Mid summer through fall

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 10 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/2 inch

SOWING RATE

1 - 2 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seed moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 12 inches

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum nanum Top Flowering Single Night & Day) - Mix of yellow and mahogany top flowering nasturtiums giving a night and day appearance. Compact and free-flowering, it is ideal for containers and garden edging. Trailing and climbing plant habit. Try it in baskets, containers, and shady borders. Also known as garden nasturtium and Indian cress.

Nasturtiums like a full sun place in the garden in cooler climates. For the hottest regions, afternoon shade is preferable to the plants. Tropaeolum plants will grow anywhere as an annual, but they will only survive as a perennial in frost-free zones. Care is simple: no fertilizing is required and follow a regular watering schedule giving the plant a chance to dry out in-between irrigations. Before sowing seeds, soak the seeds overnight in warm water. The next day, plant the flower seeds 1/2 inch deep in soil that is weed-free and worked fine and light.

Common Questions

Q

Are the flowers edible?

A

Yes, flowers have a peppery taste and are used to garnish salads or other dishes. Young leaves have a flavor like watercress and are good in salads.

Q

Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?

A

Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.

Q

Why didn’t my seeds germinate?

A

Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.

Q

Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.

Q

What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?

A

Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.

Q

What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?

A

Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.

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FAQ's
VIDEOS

Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer until frost

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well drained, ph 6.1 - 7.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 10 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/2 inch

SOWING RATE

1 - 2 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 12 inches

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus Zanzibar) - A vibrant mix of bright red, yellow and orange with contrasting dark foliage. Nasturtiums also makes a fine companion to vegetables in the garden by attracting bees and repelling destructive pests, particularly around Brassicas (cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kohlrabi, mustard and collard greens, etc.). Nasturtiums are also useful as a barrier planting around your tomatoes and cucumbers, and some gardeners find it a helpful pest deterrent when ringed around young fruit trees.

Nasturtium is easy to grow from seed. Nick or soak the seeds before sowing. Then direct sow into the garden or the final container in which they will grow, or start them indoors 5 to 6 weeks before the last anticipated spring frost in your area. Expect germination to take a week or so. The Nasturtium plants need full sun for best flowering; they will grow in part shade, but the blooms will not be as numerous or large. Poor soil often works better than rich for promoting bloom strength.

Common Questions

Q

Are the flowers edible?

A

Yes, flowers have a peppery taste and are used to garnish salads or other dishes. Young leaves have a flavor like watercress and are good in salads.

Q

Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?

A

Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.

Q

Why didn’t my seeds germinate?

A

Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.

Q

Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.

Q

What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?

A

Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.

Q

What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?

A

Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.

ABOUT
FAQ's
VIDEOS

Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer until frost

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 10 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/2 inch

SOWING RATE

1 - 2 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 12 inches

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus Strawberry Cream) - Attractive mixture of complimentary blotched primrose spotted and red flowers. Ideal in containers or garden borders. Attracts beneficial garden insects. Plants grow to 1 foot tall can spread 1 foot as well. Nasturtiums are easy-to-grow plants perfect for edging paths, planting in beds or adding to containers. Long-spurred blossoms attract hummingbirds, young nasturtium leaves add delicious peppery flavor to salads. Nasturtiums are one of the best mild-weather annual flowers for your garden.

Nasturtiums also makes a fine companion to vegetables in the garden by attracting bees and repelling destructive pests, particularly around Brassicas (cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kohlrabi, mustard and collard greens, etc.).  Nasturtiums are also useful as a barrier planting around your tomatoes and cucumbers, and some gardeners find it a helpful pest deterrent when ringed around young fruit trees.

Nasturtium is easy to grow from seed. Nick or soak the seeds before sowing. Then direct sow into the garden or the final container in which they will grow, or start them indoors 5 to 6 weeks before the last anticipated spring frost in your area. Expect germination to take a week or so. The Nasturtium plants need full sun for best flowering; they will grow in part shade, but the blooms will not be as numerous or large. Poor soil often works better than rich for promoting bloom strength.

Common Questions

Q

Are the flowers edible?

A

Yes, flowers have a peppery taste and are used to garnish salads or other dishes. Young leaves have a flavor like watercress and are good in salads.

Q

Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?

A

Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.

Q

Why didn’t my seeds germinate?

A

Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.

Q

Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.

Q

What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?

A

Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.

Q

What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?

A

Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.

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VIDEOS

Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annuals

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer until frost

BLOOM COLOR

Yellow, Red

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 10 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/2 inch

SOWING RATE

1 - 2 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keeps seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 12 inches

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus Orchid Cream) - An unusual Nasturtium with chameleon like flowers. The color changes from cream with a red splash to fully red. The final flower color depends on weather and temperature. Ideal for planting en-masse in borders and landscapes. The 12 inch high mounding plants are covered in blooms in various states of color transition, and this makes for a quite lively, and unique display.

Nasturtiums also makes a fine companion to vegetables in the garden by attracting bees and repelling destructive pests, particularly around Brassicas (cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kohlrabi, mustard and collard greens, etc.).  Nasturtiums are also useful as a barrier planting around your tomatoes and cucumbers, and some gardeners find it a helpful pest deterrent when ringed around young fruit trees.

Nasturtium is easy to grow from seed. Nick or soak the seeds before sowing. Then direct sow into the garden or the final container in which they will grow, or start them indoors 5 to 6 weeks before the last anticipated spring frost in your area. Expect germination to take a week or so. The Nasturtium plants need full sun for best flowering; they will grow in part shade, but the blooms will not be as numerous or large. Poor soil often works better than rich for promoting bloom strength.

Common Questions

Q

Are the flowers edible?

A

Yes, flowers have a peppery taste and are used to garnish salads or other dishes. Young leaves have a flavor like watercress and are good in salads.

Q

Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?

A

Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.

Q

Why didn’t my seeds germinate?

A

Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.

Q

Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.

Q

What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?

A

Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.

Q

What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?

A

Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.

ABOUT
FAQ's
VIDEOS

Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer until frost

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 10 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/2 inch

SOWING RATE

1 - 2 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 12 inches

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus Hawaiian Mix) - Add a tropical touch to pots and borders with Nasturtium 'Hawaiian Mix'. This vibrant blend of yellow, pink, apricot and cream flowers will brighten up any garden, flowering all summer long.

These pretty blossoms atop lily pad-shaped leaves make a lovely garden tapestry. Hawaiian mix grows readily in pots or window boxes, or plant in garden beds to softly drape and cover bare spots or fill in borders. Both flowers and leaves of nasturtiums are edible with a spicy flavor like watercress. They make tasty additions to salads or sandwiches.

Nasturtiums also makes a fine companion to vegetables in the garden by attracting bees and repelling destructive pests, particularly around Brassicas (cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kohlrabi, mustard and collard greens, etc.).  Nasturtiums are also useful as a barrier planting around your tomatoes and cucumbers, and some gardeners find it a helpful pest deterrent when ringed around young fruit trees.

Nasturtium is easy to grow from seed. Nick or soak the seeds before sowing. Then direct sow into the garden or the final container in which they will grow, or start them indoors 5 to 6 weeks before the last anticipated spring frost in your area. Expect germination to take a week or so. The Nasturtium plants need full sun for best flowering; they will grow in part shade, but the blooms will not be as numerous or large. Poor soil often works better than rich for promoting bloom strength.

Common Questions

Q

Are the flowers edible?

A

Yes, flowers have a peppery taste and are used to garnish salads or other dishes. Young leaves have a flavor like watercress and are good in salads.

Q

Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?

A

Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.

Q

Why didn’t my seeds germinate?

A

Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.

Q

Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.

Q

What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?

A

Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.

Q

What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?

A

Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.

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FAQ's
VIDEOS

Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early summer until frost

BLOOM COLOR

Orange

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well drained, ph 6.1 - 7.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 10 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1/2 inch

SOWING RATE

1 - 2 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 12 inches

Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus Alaska Apricot) - Excellent selection of this Alaska separate color with bright Apricot flowers held above variagated foliage. Alaska Apricot is a mounding variety only reaching 12 inches in height. It is also a quick grower blooming heavily by early summer and keeps on going until the weather turns cold.

Warm apricot-colored flowers are held above handsome foliage. Alaska Apricot nasturtium produces small, beautifully variegated leaves which are the perfect foil for the showy flowers. Blooms are held above the leaves for optimal viewing. Alaska Apricot nasturtium plants are compact and tidy.

Nasturtiums also makes a fine companion to vegetables in the garden by attracting bees and repelling destructive pests, particularly around Brassicas (cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, kohlrabi, mustard and collard greens, etc.). Alaska Apricot Nasturtium is also useful as a barrier planting around your tomatoes and cucumbers, and some gardeners find it a helpful pest deterrent when ringed around young fruit trees.

Nasturtium is easy to grow from seed. Nick or soak the seeds before sowing. Then direct sow into the garden or the final container in which they will grow, or start them indoors 5 to 6 weeks before the last anticipated spring frost in your area. Expect germination to take a week or so. The Nasturtium plants need full sun for best flowering; they will grow in part shade, but the blooms will not be as numerous or large. Poor soil often works better than rich for promoting bloom strength.

Common Questions

Q

Are the flowers edible?

A

Yes, flowers have a peppery taste and are used to garnish salads or other dishes. Young leaves have a flavor like watercress and are good in salads.

Q

Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?

A

Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.

Q

Why didn’t my seeds germinate?

A

Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.

Q

Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.

Q

What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?

A

Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.

Q

What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?

A

Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.

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