Gaia Organic Seeds - Jewel Mix Nasturtium
All seeds are grown organically in Ottawa, Ontario and follow strict certification guidelines to guarantee top quality seeds. Gaia Organic Seeds passion lies in sustaining biodiversity in the plants we consume!
Jewel Mix Nasturtium | Tropaeolum majus | Certified Organic by Ecocert Canada | Annual | Open Pollinated | Heirloom
This bush habit nasturtium variety is the non-trailing type and extremely vigorous. that holds its blooms well above the attractive foliage. Blooms come in a variety of colors including yellow, red, orange, mahogany, and rose. Flowers and leaves are edible. Nasturtium attracts beneficial insects while aromatic foliage can deter pests. Widely used as a companion plant! Plant height reaches 16″. Often used in xeriscaping. Variety has mounding growth habit.
Companion plants: Pumpkin, Corn, Raspberry, Tomato, Squash, Marigold, Pepper, Eggplant, Cucumber, Sage.
Far from: Fennell.
Planting tip: Sow seed indoors 2-4 weeks before last frost. Nasturtiums thrive in poor to average, slightly acidic, well-drained soil.
Harvesting tip: Harvest when the flowers are fully open. Leaves are also edible.
