Nasturtium - Key Growing Information
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
