Nasturtium Trailing Single Blend
Tropaeolum majus
Annual. Single Blend nasturtiums bloom in shades of scarlet, gold, orange, and yellow single flowers. Their long, trailing stems can be easily trained up a trellis or fence. The edible blossoms and leaves taste a bit peppery like watercress, adding a wonderful kick of flavor and color to salads. Rabbit and deer deterrent.
Full sun to light shade. Blooms late spring to fall
Height: 5' - 6' vines
Days to Emerge: 10 days
Seed Depth: 1/2"
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 6" - 12"
Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 6" - 12"
When to sow outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after average last frost. In very hot summer regions, sow in fall for winter bloom.
When to start inside: Not recommended. Seedlings do not transplant well; sow directly into desired location outside.
Special germination instructions: Seed requires darkness to germinate. Sow at the recommended depth of 1/2". Soak seed in water for 12 - 24 hours before sowing.
Artist: Carol Till