Sow indoors two weeks before outdoor planting, or direct after the last ground frosts. Maintain 13 to 18°C in porous, well-drained mix. Germination takes 7 to 14 days. Provide strong light after emergence and avoid excessive moisture. Harden seedlings, then transplant seven to ten days after the last frost in sun or partial shade. Handle roots carefully, keep the crown at the same level, and water every two or three days during establishment. Direct sowing avoids transplant stress entirely. Label each batch to compare actual germination and flowering under local conditions. Observe weekly and adapt care to drainage, weather, and the plant’s actual stage.
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Tropaeolaceae
Ornamental flowers seeds
Alaska Mix nasturtium (Tropaeolum minus)
Tropaeolum minus
Alaska Mix is a compact annual nasturtium especially suited to containers. Small round two-toned leaves highlight mixed-colour flowers held clearly above the foliage. Plants reach approximately 25 cm tall and spread 20 cm. W.H. Perron packet 60-2610-010 contains approximately 40 bare seeds; it is not advertised as organic. Sow indoors two weeks before planting, or direct after the last frosts, at 13–18°C. Germination takes 7 to 14 days, and flowering approximately 8 to 12 weeks. Grow in sun or partial shade and drained, relatively dry soil, then water consistently without saturation throughout the flowering season. Observe weekly and adapt care to drainage, weather, and the plant’s actual stage.
Quantity
Approximately 40 seeds per packet
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Difficulty level
Easy
Discover the plant
Family
Tropaeolaceae
Genus
Tropaeolum
Species
minus
Cultivar
Alaska Mix
Type
Non-organic seeds, Treated seeds, coated seeds
Cycle
Annual
Alaska Mix nasturtium (Tropaeolum minus) is a compact annual particularly suited to containers. Its small two-toned variegated leaves create an ornamental background beneath mixed-colour flowers held clearly above the foliage. Plants reach approximately 25 cm tall and spread 20 cm. W.H. Perron packet 60-2610-010 contains approximately 40 bare seeds. The product is not advertised as organic, and no coating or other treatment is stated. Flowers are pollinator-friendly, fragrant, and edible when positively identified and grown without products incompatible with food use. Their lightly peppery flavour resembles watercress, making them useful as colourful garnish in salads and savoury dishes.
Sow indoors two weeks before outdoor planting, or direct-sow in the garden after the last ground frosts. Maintain 13 to 18°C; germination takes approximately 7 to 14 days. Use porous, well-drained sowing mix indoors. In the garden, choose relatively dry soil. For transplanting, loosen the ground to 30 cm, blend in an equal part of potting mix, then dig a hole as deep as the pot and one and a half to three times wider. Remove the root ball gently, loosen compacted roots without tearing them, set it at the same level, and firm lightly. Water every two or three days during establishment until soil settles around roots.
Place Alaska Mix in sun or partial shade. Water regularly through the season without saturating plants. Remove faded blooms to extend flowering from June through September, and trim container specimens lightly when they outgrow their space. The retail page lists maturity at 8 to 10 weeks, while the 2026 catalogue specifies 11 to 12 weeks from sowing to flowering; therefore, use a cautious 8-to-12-week range according to conditions. Harvest only clean, freshly opened flowers known to be edible. Never use florist flowers or roadside material. Taste a small amount first and remove pistils and stamens before serving, following W.H. Perron’s edible-flower guidance.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Planting depth
Approximately 1 to 2 cm; cover lightly
Spacing / density
Space according to the mature 20 cm spread
Establishment temperature
13 to 18°C
Establishment time
7 to 14 days
Best planting time
After the last ground frosts
Propagation
Seed
Growing method
For best results with Alaska Mix nasturtium, follow the confirmed sowing information and observe growth at each stage. Alaska Mix nasturtium is an ornamental flowers variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include height: pour, spread:, colour:, apportant contraste et légèreté aux balcons, terrasses et plates-bandes. Les fleurs, comestibles et légèrement parfumées, ajoutent aussi une touche originale en cuisine.. The packet contains approximately 40 seeds, and the formulation is non-organic seeds, treated seeds, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs. Alaska Mix Most adapted for pot production with its small bicoloured foliage and its flowers that sit well above the leaves. Allow 11 to 12 weeks from sowing to flowering. A suitable mulch can help stabilize moisture, reduce soil splash, and limit competition from weeds around established plants. Growth is worth checking after major changes in temperature, light exposure, rainfall, or watering frequency. You can keep the labelled packet until harvest or flowering so the variety details remain easy to consult.
Soil and care
The right conditions.
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Soil pH
À confirmer — aucun pH précis indiqué par W.H. Perron
Minimum temperature
Frost-tender annual
Watering
Moisten after sowing and maintain consistent moisture through the 7-to-14-day germination period. After transplanting, water every two or three days until soil settles around roots. Through the season, water when the surface dries, deeply but without drowning plants. In containers, check more often during heat and empty the saucer. Avoid frequent shallow applications that keep the crown constantly wet. Adjust frequency to rainfall, exposure, container size, and actual soil dryness.
Soil type
Indoors, use porous, well-drained seedling mix to prevent excessive moisture. Outdoors, W.H. Perron recommends relatively dry soil. Loosen ground to approximately 30 cm and blend in potting mix if it is compact. Drainage must remain unrestricted around roots. Avoid heavy constantly saturated ground and full saucers. Moderate fertility supports a useful balance between two-toned foliage and flowering rather than excessive leaves at the expense of blooms.
Fertilization
At transplanting, W.H. Perron suggests organic bone meal or a soil activator to support root development, following the package directions exactly. Also blend potting mix into loosened ground. Avoid high nitrogen rates, which promote foliage at the expense of flowers. In containers, light feeding for annuals may be sufficient after establishment. Never fertilize bone-dry mix, and observe growth before repeating any application. More fertilizer does not necessarily produce more blooms.
Seasonal care
Seasonal care for Alaska Mix nasturtium relies on regular observation, measured intervention, and respect for its growth cycle. Alaska Mix nasturtium is an ornamental flowers variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include height: pour, spread:, colour:, apportant contraste et légèreté aux balcons, terrasses et plates-bandes. Les fleurs, comestibles et légèrement parfumées, ajoutent aussi une touche originale en cuisine.. The packet contains approximately 40 seeds, and the formulation is non-organic seeds, treated seeds, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs. Alaska Mix Most adapted for pot production with its small bicoloured foliage and its flowers that sit well above the leaves. Allow 11 to 12 weeks from sowing to flowering. A suitable mulch can help stabilize moisture, reduce soil splash, and limit competition from weeds around established plants. Growth is worth checking after major changes in temperature, light exposure, rainfall, or watering frequency. You can keep the labelled packet until harvest or flowering so the variety details remain easy to consult. Measured care based on the plant’s condition generally supports better balance than unnecessary routine treatments. For containers, drainage and soil volume directly influence moisture stability around the roots and the frequency of watering.
Container growing
A controlled environment.
Recommended pot size
20-to-30-cm pot with unrestricted drainage
Alaska Mix nasturtium can be considered for a container when volume, drainage, and light match the expected growth. Alaska Mix nasturtium is an ornamental flowers variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include height: pour, spread:, colour:, apportant contraste et légèreté aux balcons, terrasses et plates-bandes. Les fleurs, comestibles et légèrement parfumées, ajoutent aussi une touche originale en cuisine.. The packet contains approximately 40 seeds, and the formulation is non-organic seeds, treated seeds, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs. Alaska Mix Most adapted for pot production with its small bicoloured foliage and its flowers that sit well above the leaves. Allow 11 to 12 weeks from sowing to flowering. A suitable mulch can help stabilize moisture, reduce soil splash, and limit competition from weeds around established plants. Growth is worth checking after major changes in temperature, light exposure, rainfall, or watering frequency. You can keep the labelled packet until harvest or flowering so the variety details remain easy to consult.
Bloom and dimensions
The complete profile.
Flower color
Mixed colours
Foliage color
Green and cream to white
Foliage type
Small round two-toned variegated leaves
Growth rate
Fast; flowering in approximately 8 to 12 weeks
Bloom period
Alaska Mix generally blooms from June through September in mixed colours. Flowers stand clearly above the small two-toned leaves, simplifying observation and harvest. Remove faded blooms progressively to extend bud production. Flowering occurs approximately 8 to 12 weeks after sowing depending on conditions and the two official timing references available. Always leave several flowers for pollinators, and harvest edible blooms only from plants with a known, food-compatible cultivation history.
Fruiting
Les fleurs sont mellifères, parfumées et comestibles lorsqu’elles sont correctement identifiées et cultivées sans produit incompatible avec l’alimentation. Leur saveur légèrement poivrée rappelle le cresson. Sortez la motte délicatement, libérez les racines compactées sans les déchirer, placez-la au même niveau et tassez légèrement. Récoltez seulement des fleurs propres, fraîchement ouvertes et connues comme comestibles. Les fleurs mellifères soutiennent les pollinisateurs et peuvent également être récoltées comme garniture comestible, avec une saveur légèrement poivrée.
Maximum height
25 cm (9,8 po)
Maximum width
20 cm (7,9 po)
Garden associations
What to plant with it.
Good companions
Pair Alaska Mix with compact annuals sharing its sun, partial shade, and drainage preferences, such as alyssum, dwarf marigolds, violas, or fine grasses. Keep neighbours low enough that two-toned foliage and upright flowers remain visible. In a mixed container, leave approximately 20 cm around each nasturtium and select plants with moderate water needs. No precise official companion plant is published for this cultivar, so these are horticultural design combinations rather than a guarantee of pest protection. Preserve airflow and access for edible-flower harvest.
Use fresh flowers as peppery garnish for salads, fish, seafood, eggs, flavoured butter, or fritters. Harvest after dew dries, rinse gently, and remove pistils and stamens. Begin with a small amount, especially when allergies are possible. Young leaves may also be used sparingly when identification is certain. Never eat florist flowers, roadside material, or plants treated with products incompatible with food use. Refrigerate briefly and serve the same day. Keep all harvested material clearly separated from ornamental-only flowers. Observe weekly and adapt care to drainage, weather, and the plant’s actual stage.
From the garden to inspiration.
After harvesting Alaska Mix nasturtium, use only the specified edible parts, washed carefully and gathered at the proper stage. Alaska Mix nasturtium is an ornamental flowers variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include height: pour, spread:, colour:, apportant contraste et légèreté aux balcons, terrasses et plates-bandes. Les fleurs, comestibles et légèrement parfumées, ajoutent aussi une touche originale en cuisine.. The packet contains approximately 40 seeds, and the formulation is non-organic seeds, treated seeds, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs. Alaska Mix Most adapted for pot production with its small bicoloured foliage and its flowers that sit well above the leaves. Allow 11 to 12 weeks from sowing to flowering. A suitable mulch can help stabilize moisture, reduce soil splash, and limit competition from weeds around established plants.
Frequently asked questions
Everything toknow.
W.H. Perron packet 60-2610-010 contains approximately 40 seeds. Its official formulation is bare: no coating or other treatment is stated. The product is not advertised as organic. Retain the word approximately because the quantity is a commercial estimated count. Keep the packet closed in a cool, dry, dark place until sowing, then write the opening date on the package. If only part of the contents is used, reseal it promptly to limit moisture exposure. Always verify the product code because other W.H. Perron nasturtiums or sales formats may contain a different quantity or use another formulation. Keep the original label with any remaining seed for reliable identification.
Before watering Alaska Mix nasturtium, check the growing medium and foliage so frequency reflects current conditions. Alaska Mix nasturtium is an ornamental flowers variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include height: pour, spread:, colour:, apportant contraste et légèreté aux balcons, terrasses et plates-bandes. Les fleurs, comestibles et légèrement parfumées, ajoutent aussi une touche originale en cuisine.. The packet contains approximately 40 seeds, and the formulation is non-organic seeds, treated seeds, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs.
Alaska Mix nasturtium can be grown in a container when the pot provides effective drainage and enough volume for expected growth. Alaska Mix nasturtium is an ornamental flowers variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include height: pour, spread:, colour:, apportant contraste et légèreté aux balcons, terrasses et plates-bandes. Les fleurs, comestibles et légèrement parfumées, ajoutent aussi une touche originale en cuisine.. The packet contains approximately 40 seeds, and the formulation is non-organic seeds, treated seeds, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs.
Remove faded flowers weekly so the plant directs energy into new buds. Place the pot in sun or partial shade, water when the surface dries, and always empty the saucer. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which mostly produces foliage. Trim shoots spilling beyond the container lightly without cutting back the entire plant. Harvest only a few flowers at a time and leave enough buds for pollinators. Check drainage during prolonged rain and protect the pot from frost because nasturtium is a cold-sensitive annual. Rotate the container regularly for balanced light and growth. Observe weekly and adapt care to drainage, weather, and the plant’s actual stage.
