Garden Nasturtium

Tropaeolum Majus

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Overview

The Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus) is an ornamental annual known for its vibrant trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of red, orange, and yellow. Boasting lush, round leaves, it reaches up to 12 inches in height and can spread 24 inches wide. Its edible blooms and leaves add a peppery flavor to dishes. Preferring full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil, it is also an excellent companion plant for pest deterrence.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 2–11Climate Subtropical

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — Boasting lush, round leaves, it reaches up to 12 inches in height and can spread 24 inches wide

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — Boasting lush, round leaves, it reaches up to 12 inches in height and can spread 24 inches wide

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — it boasts rounded leaves and trumpet-shaped flowers that can range from pale yellow to rich red hues

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — it is also an excellent companion plant for pest deterrence

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — with its scientific name Tropaeolum majus

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — Preferring full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — creating striking visual interest in garden beds

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 2–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Tropaeolaceae
Climate: Subtropical

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Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — Its edible blooms and leaves add a peppery flavor to dishes

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — Boasting lush, round leaves, it reaches up to 12 inches in height and can spread 24 inches wide

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — it boasts rounded leaves and trumpet-shaped flowers that can range from pale yellow to rich red hues

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — it is also an excellent companion plant for pest deterrence

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — with its scientific name Tropaeolum majus

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — Preferring full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — creating striking visual interest in garden beds

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — or even as a ground cover.<br><br>This plant can reach a height of about 12 to 24 inches with a similar spread

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — its trailing varieties can cascade over edges

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — making it an ideal candidate for hanging baskets or as a living screen when trained to climb

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — The leaves of the Nasturtium are nearly as round as its blossoms

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — green umbrellas at around 2 to 5 inches in diameter

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — making them a delightful addition to salads or as garnishes

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — It is drought-tolerant once established, making it a low-maintenance option for busy gardeners

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — annual / ground cover with multi-colored and orange blooms

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — multi-colored and orange flowers in the garden

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — with the leaf stalk attached to the center of the leaf blade

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — One notable feature is the foliage's peltate nature

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — Its edible blooms and leaves add a peppery flavor to dishes; the leaves of the Nasturtium are nearly as round as its

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — annual / ground cover for full or half

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — Boasting lush, round leaves, it reaches up to 12 inches in height and can spread 24 inches wide; it is also an excellent

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — Preferring full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil; annual / ground cover with multi-colored and orange blooms

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — it is also an excellent companion plant for pest deterrence; it boasts rounded leaves and trumpet-shaped flowers that

Garden Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) — with its scientific name Tropaeolum majus; one notable feature is the foliage's peltate nature