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NASTURTIUM Jewel Mix
Tropaeolum nanum
Stock: Out Of Stock
Family: Tropaeolaceae
Characteristics: Compact annual 1 m
Seeds per packet: Approx 12
Bright colours held above foliage all summer, non-trailing bush type that is easy to grow either from pre-started plants or from seed. Nasturtiums make excellent bedding plants and are also good for growing in rockeries, troughs, tubs or large hanging baskets. All parts of the plant are edible, use to brighten up salads or use in stir fries, flowers have a peppery taste.
Adaptable to most and conditions, prefers well-drained moist soil but also tolerates nutritionally poor soil.
Tropical: Late Summer to Early Spring
Temperate: Spring to Early Autumn
Cold: Spring to Early Autumn
Sow: 12mm deep
For best results sow direct in growing position
Germination: 14-21 days
Plant space: 20-30cm
Flowering: 10 weeks
Feed with a soluble fertiliser every two weeks for stronger plants.
