Nasturtium, Dwarf Jewel Mix (1/4 lb)

Nasturtium Dwarf Jewel Mix (Tropaeolum majus) is an open-pollinated annual that forms a low-growing border of bright yellow, orange, and red flowers. Both the flowers and leaves are edible with a peppery, watercress-like taste that adds color to salads. Easy to grow and quick to bloom, this 1/4 lb covers approximately 1,000 square feet and contains about 907 seeds.

At a glance

• Variety: Dwarf Jewel Mix Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus)
• Type: Open-pollinated annual
• Days to germinate: 7 to 14 days
• Sun: Partial sun
• Planting depth: 1/2 inch
• Spacing after thinning: 6 to 12 inches
• Height at maturity: 12 to 24 inches
• USDA hardiness zones: 3 to 10
• Coverage: About 1,000 square feet per 1/4 lb
• Approx. seeds per pack: 907

Best for

• Edible flower and salad gardens
• Low borders and container plantings
• Companion planting in vegetable beds
• Attracting hummingbirds, butterflies, and beneficial insects
• Quick, easy color for new gardeners
• Cool, mild-season growing

How to grow

Sow 1/2 inch deep in spring after the last frost, preferring cool, mild conditions and adaptable soil. Germination takes 7 to 14 days. Thin plants to 6 to 12 inches apart in partial sun with moderate water. Plants bloom quickly and produce flowers in spring and fall, adapting well to containers.

Flavor profile

Peppery and bright, similar to watercress, with edible flowers and leaves that add both color and a punch of flavor to fresh salads.

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