Garden nasturtium
Tropaeolum majus
Garden nasturtium is an easy-going annual that thrives in full sun to partial shade with minimal fertilizing — too rich a soil actually reduces flowering. Water regularly but avoid waterlogging, and deadhead spent blooms to extend the flowering season. Both the flowers and leaves are edible with a peppery flavor, making this a fun and functional addition to any garden.
Toxicity Warning
Known to be toxic to dogs, cats, horses.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 15″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Flowers
white, red, yellow
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Moderately; Allow The Top Inch Of Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
0° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda, aspca
Image: trefle.io — Taken Feb 25, 2018 by Sarvesh Rajput (cc-by-sa)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.