Nasturtium Golden Yellow - Flower Seeds
Specifications
| Family |
Tropaeolaceae |
| Native region |
South America |
| Mature height |
30-45 cm; trails to 1 m |
| Growth rate |
Fast |
Care guide
| Sunlight |
Full sun to light shade |
| Watering |
Moderate; let topsoil dry between waterings |
| Soil / mix |
Light, well-drained soil, not over-rich |
| Fertilizer |
Minimal; avoid high nitrogen or you get leaves not flowers |
| Difficulty |
Easy |
Uses
<p>Flowers and young leaves add a peppery, watercress-like bite to salads and garnishes; seed pods can be pickled like capers. Also a popular companion plant that lures aphids away from vegetables.</p>
Growing tips
<p>Soak the large seeds overnight, then direct sow 1.5-2 cm deep, spacing 25-30 cm apart. Germination takes <strong>7-14 days</strong>. Avoid rich soil and heavy feeding to encourage abundant blooms. Flowering begins in <strong>6-8 weeks</strong> and continues through the cool season. Pinch trailing tips for a bushier plant.</p>