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Nasturtium Seeds - Vesuvius

SEASON
Annual

USDA ZONES
3 - 10

HEIGHT
60 - 80 inches (vining)

BLOOM SEASON
Mid summer through fall

BLOOM COLOR
Light red

ENVIRONMENT
Full sun

SOIL TYPE
Well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8

DEER RESISTANT
Yes

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

SEASON
Annual

USDA ZONES
3 - 10

HEIGHT
12 inches

BLOOM SEASON
Mid summer through fall

BLOOM COLOR
Yellow

ENVIRONMENT
Full sun

SOIL TYPE
Well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8

DEER RESISTANT
Yes

HOUSE PLANT
Yes

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

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

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

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

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
About...
(Tropaeolum Lobbianum Vesuvius) - This old-fashioned favorite is considered to be a climbing plant as it has a vining habit. It can grow between 60 - 80 inches. Start Vesuvius seeds in spring for blooms that last all summer through fall and up until the first frost. The Vesuvius flower is light red, and both the rounded leaves and spurred flowers are edible.
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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 Lobbianum Vesuvius) - This old-fashioned favorite is considered to be a climbing nasturtium and has a vining habit. It can grow between 60 - 80 inches. Start Vesuvius seeds in spring for blooms that last all summer through fall and until the first frost. The Vesuvius flower is light red, and both the rounded leaves and spurred flowers are edible. These climbing vines are annuals native to South America. They are a versatile flower for the garden either climbing a post or cascading from a window box or hanging basket. Nasturtiums are used as companion plants for the vegetable garden. It is said that the peppery-flavored leaves ward off many insects.
Nasturtium likes a full sun place in the garden in cooler climates. For the hottest regions, afternoon shade is preferable. Tropaeolum vesuvius plants will grow anywhere as an annual, but they will only survive as a perennial in frost-free zones. 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 has been worked until fine and light. They will flower in 8 - 12 weeks after being sown from flower seeds
Common Questions
Are the flowers edible?
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.
Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?
Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.
Why didn’t my seeds germinate?
Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.
Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?
Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.
What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?
Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.
What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?
Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.
Do I need to deadhead my flowers?
Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.
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 pou...more 1 - 2 seeds per plant or 3 1/2 pounds per 1,000 square feet or 150 pounds per acre...less

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 | 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

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
Are the flowers edible?
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.
Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?
Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.
Why didn’t my seeds germinate?
Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.
Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?
Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.
What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?
Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.
What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?
Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.
Do I need to deadhead my flowers?
Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.
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 Double Peach Melba) - Creamy yellow flowers blotched with red. Compact and free-flowering, the plants are compact and great for borders, pots, hanging baskets, or other containers.
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
Are the flowers edible?
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.
Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?
Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.
Why didn’t my seeds germinate?
Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.
Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?
Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.
What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?
Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.
What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?
Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.
Do I need to deadhead my flowers?
Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.
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
Are the flowers edible?
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.
Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?
Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.
Why didn’t my seeds germinate?
Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.
Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?
Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.
What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?
Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.
What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?
Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.
Do I need to deadhead my flowers?
Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.
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
Are the flowers edible?
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.
Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?
Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.
Why didn’t my seeds germinate?
Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.
Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?
Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.
What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?
Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.
What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?
Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.
Do I need to deadhead my flowers?
Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.
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
Are the flowers edible?
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.
Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?
Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.
Why didn’t my seeds germinate?
Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.
Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?
Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.
What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?
Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.
What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?
Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.
Do I need to deadhead my flowers?
Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.
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
Are the flowers edible?
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.
Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?
Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.
Why didn’t my seeds germinate?
Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.
Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?
Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.
What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?
Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.
What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?
Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.
Do I need to deadhead my flowers?
Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.
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
Are the flowers edible?
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.
Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?
Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.
Why didn’t my seeds germinate?
Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.
Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?
Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.
What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?
Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.
What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?
Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.
Do I need to deadhead my flowers?
Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.