About Plant: Nasturtium
An easy edible flower with peppery leaves, blossoms and green seed pods, ideal for spilling over bed edges and containers.
Growing Profile
SunlightFull Sun to Part Shade
WaterModerate
SoilWell-drained (6.0–7.5)
Spacing8–18 inches
Height12 inches; trails/climbs 3–8 feet
Time to Harvest45-75
Planting DepthSurface to 1/2 inch by species
Germination Time5–21 days
Expert Growing Tips
Harvest clean edible leaves or flowers away from pesticide sprays and leave some blooms for pollinators.
