Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Characteristics
Bright colourful blooms round foliage
Growth Habit
Climbing
Bloom Season
Spring to autumn
Flavour Profile
Peppery edible flowers and leaves
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Open pollinated
Plant Type
Ornamental flowering plant
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
Not applicable
Plant Height
30 to 45 cm
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
Warm temperate climates
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
25 to 30 cm
Planting Depth
1 to 2 cm
Growing Conditions
Sunny locations
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Nasturtium Climbing 'Gleam Hybrids' a popular flowering plant?
What makes Nasturtium Climbing 'Gleam Hybrids' a popular flowering plant?
Nasturtium Climbing 'Gleam Hybrids' is admired for its vibrant, colorful blooms, lush trailing vines, and long flowering season, making it an excellent choice for trellises, fences, hanging baskets, and ornamental garden displays.
Where can Nasturtium Climbing 'Gleam Hybrids' be grown?
Where can Nasturtium Climbing 'Gleam Hybrids' be grown?
It grows well in garden beds, raised beds, trellises, fences, arches, hanging baskets, and large containers with well-drained soil in a location that receives full sun to partial shade.
Do bees, butterflies, and other pollinators visit the flowers?
Do bees, butterflies, and other pollinators visit the flowers?
Yes, the bright, nectar-rich blooms may attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinating insects during the flowering season.
Can Nasturtium Climbing 'Gleam Hybrids' be used to cover trellises and fences?
Can Nasturtium Climbing 'Gleam Hybrids' be used to cover trellises and fences?
Yes, its vigorous climbing and trailing habit makes it ideal for covering trellises, arches, fences, pergolas, and other vertical garden features while adding vibrant seasonal color.
Does removing spent flowers encourage continued blooming?
Does removing spent flowers encourage continued blooming?
Yes, deadheading faded flowers helps maintain a tidy appearance and may encourage additional blooms under suitable growing conditions.
Does this climbing annual provide long-lasting seasonal interest?
Does this climbing annual provide long-lasting seasonal interest?
Yes, healthy plants produce abundant colorful flowers and lush foliage throughout the growing season, adding height, texture, and lasting ornamental appeal to gardens, containers, and hanging displays under suitable growing conditions.