Tropaeolum majus |
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Garden Nasturtium |
Description
This annual ground cover/vine and will grow less than 1' tall, but will spread and climb up to 6' tall. Nasturtium has 2" light green leaves with edible, red, orange, yellow, or white flowers that are in constant bloom throughout the warm season. This plant usually reseeds, with new plants emerging in early spring. This is a fast growing plant so use it if you want that quality.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Ground cover, Annual
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Orange, Red, Yellow, White
Flower Season
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Constant
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.