Nasturtium mix

Nasturtium mix (Tropaeolum majus) – Offered by Le Potager Ornemental de Catherine

Nasturtium mix is ??an annual climbing or creeping plant , appreciated for its ornamental foliage and its bright flowers in various colors: yellow, cream, red, coral and orange . In addition to brightening up the garden, it is entirely edible : leaves, flowers and flower buds bring a peppery touch to salads and dishes .

This plant is also a real asset for the vegetable garden ! It attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies , while acting as a trap plant against certain harmful insects, particularly aphids and flea beetles . Placing nasturtiums at the edge of the vegetable garden helps to divert these pests from edible crops .

Characteristics of the variety

Type : Annual
Plant habit : Creeping or climbing
Height : 30 cm
Spread : Up to 2 meters
Flowering : July to October
Flower Colors : Yellow, Cream, Red, Coral, Orange
Foliage : Sometimes variegated
Use : Ornamental, edible, companion in the vegetable garden

?? Cultivation method

?? Exposure : Full sun or partial shade
?? Sowing :
• Indoors in late April for an early start
• Direct sowing at the beginning of June once the risk of frost has passed
?? Sowing depth : 2 cm
?? Germination temperature : 18-22°C
? Germination time : 10 to 14 days
?? Spacing : 20 cm between plants
?? Watering : Moderate, well-drained soil
?? Tip : Lightly scarify the seed (break the surface with nail clippers) to improve germination

Thanks to its rapid growth and generous flowering , mixed nasturtium is ideal for quickly covering a trellis, a low wall or bare ground .

Use and special features

?? A colorful and generous flowering
Offers a vibrant mix of colors all summer long until the first frost.

?? Edible and tasty
Leaves, flowers and flower buds add a spicy note to salads and dishes .

?? Attracts pollinators and protects the vegetable garden
Its flowers attract bees and butterflies , while serving as a trap plant against aphids and flea beetles , limiting their impact on edible crops.