LIFE CYCLE
Annual
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Ornamental
GROWTH HABIT
Trailing
BLOOM SEASON
Extended
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Peppery
SUITABLE FOR
OUT DOOR
SEED TYPE
Open-pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Herbaceous
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
None
PLANT HEIGHT
Medium
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Sunny
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
Warm
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
Wide
PLANTING DEPTH
Shallow
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Cherry Rose Jewel different from trailing nasturtiums?
What makes Cherry Rose Jewel different from trailing nasturtiums?
It develops a compact, bushy habit with richly colored blooms, making it suitable for borders, containers, and small garden spaces.
Can it add color around vegetable beds?
Can it add color around vegetable beds?
Yes. Bright flowers create attractive edging around raised beds and kitchen gardens without overwhelming nearby plants.
Which flowers pair well with Cherry Rose Jewel?
Which flowers pair well with Cherry Rose Jewel?
Calendula, alyssum, dwarf marigolds, and blue lobelia create vibrant companion plantings.
Are the flowers traditionally used as edible garnishes?
Are the flowers traditionally used as edible garnishes?
Yes. Nasturtium flowers are traditionally used as edible garnishes. Consume only flowers grown specifically for culinary use.
Does it stay neat without climbing supports?
Does it stay neat without climbing supports?
Yes. Its naturally compact growth does not require trellises or climbing structures.
Do pollinating insects visit the blooms?
Do pollinating insects visit the blooms?
The colorful flowers may attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects throughout the blooming season.