LIFE CYCLE
Annual
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
fast growing
GROWTH HABIT
Trailing and bushy
BLOOM SEASON
Spring to Autumn
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Peppery flavour
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open Pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering Edible Plant
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
Medium Seeds
PLANT HEIGHT
25–40 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun to Partial Shade
WATER NEEDS
Low to Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
Zones 2–11
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
25–30 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
2–3 cm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Sunny location
Frequently Asked Questions
Can nasturtiums trail over container edges?
Can nasturtiums trail over container edges?
Yes. Their trailing habit makes them ideal for baskets, pots, and raised planters.
How do Jewel Mix flowers differ from climbing nasturtiums?
How do Jewel Mix flowers differ from climbing nasturtiums?
Jewel Mix varieties are generally more compact with a bushier growth habit.
Do nasturtiums attract pollinators?
Do nasturtiums attract pollinators?
Their bright flowers are commonly visited by bees and butterflies.
Can nasturtiums be used around vegetable gardens?
Can nasturtiums be used around vegetable gardens?
Yes. They are often included in mixed ornamental and edible garden designs.
Are the flowers and leaves commonly used in cooking?
Are the flowers and leaves commonly used in cooking?
Yes. In many culinary traditions, both flowers and leaves are used as edible garnishes.
Should faded flowers be removed?
Should faded flowers be removed?
Deadheading helps maintain a neat appearance and may encourage continued blooming.