Nasturtium Cherry Rose Jewel
Indeed, the jewel of the garden! Peppery nasturtium blossoms are an elegant touch to salads, or try lining the plates of appetizers with the pretty leaves. Large seeds that look like pebbles are easy for kids to sow! Nasturtium in the garden is known to deter garden pests while attracting pollinators.
Variety Info
- Family: Tropaeolaceae
- Native:
South America - Hardiness: Frost-sensitive, tender perennial usually grown as an annual; perennial in USDA zones 10 and warmer.
- Exposure: Full sun to part shade
- Bloom Period:
Late spring to frost - Plant Dimensions: 10″–12″ tall
- Variety Info: 2″–2½” cherry rose blossoms
- Attributes:
Attracts Pollinators, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible Flower, Rabbit Resistant, Frost Sensitive
Sowing Info
- When to Sow Outside:
RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date. Mild Climates: Sow in fall for winter bloom. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 55°–65°F. - When to Start Inside: Not recommended. 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date. Roots sensitive to transplant disturbance; sow in biodegradable pots that can be directly planted in the ground.
- Days to Emerge:
7–14 days - Seed Depth: ½”–1″
- Seed Spacing:
A group of 3 seeds every 8″ – 12″ - Thinning: When 2″ tall, thin to 1 every 8″ – 12″
