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Posted 02/15/2023 in Annual

Tropaeolum sp.

A popular annual that is often grown in vegetable gardens to attract pollinators, nasturtiums feature funnel-shaped long-stalked flowers in shades of red, orange, yellow, and cream. Flowers are edible.

Post Details

Latin Name
Tropaeolum sp.
Common Name
Nasturtium
Planting Zone
Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9 Zone 10 Zone 11
Special Interest
Attracts Butterflies Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Summer
Height
1-10 ft
Spread
1-3 ft
Potential Pests
Aphids, mealybugs, and whiteflies

Plant Story

A popular annual that is often grown in vegetable gardens to attract pollinators, nasturtiums feature funnel-shaped long-stalked flowers in shades of red, orange, yellow, and cream. Flowers are edible.

Special Care Instructions

Well self-seed in the garden. Plant after last frost date. Avoid fertilization.

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