Nasturtium Garden nasturtium, Indian Cress

Tropaeolum majus

Nasturtium belongs to the Tropaeolum genus. Nasturtium is also known as Garden nasturtium, Indian Cress

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Edible and ornamental, this plant grows stems up to 1 meter (1 yard) long or longer. The leaves are medium green, large and nearly circular. The leaves are held upright. The leaves and flowers are edible, and have a zippy, peppery flavor. Immature seeds are also edible, and are sometimes used a a substitute for capers. Listed as an invasive plant in many areas, including New Zealand and Hawaii.

Nasturtium belongs to the Tropaeolum genus.

How to grow and keep Nasturtium happy

USDA Zone Range Which zones does Nasturtium grow best in? 10 - 11 pH Range The level of acidity for Nasturtium. 6.1 - 7.8
Water Requirements How much water does Nasturtium require? Medium Nitrogen Requirements How much nitrogen fertilizer does Nasturtium need? ?
Soil The type of soil that Nasturtium needs. ? Sun How much sunlight does Nasturtium need to grow? Partial Sun
Min. Air Temperature The lowest air temp to grow Nasturtium in. 2°C / 36°F Max. Air Temperature The highest air temp to grow Nasturtium in. ?

How to sow and germinate Nasturtium

If you soak the seeds in a glass of water overnight, before sowing them, they germinate a lot better!

How to transplant Nasturtium

As the seedlings develop, thin to achieve a final spacing of 25cm.

How to harvest Nasturtium

Companion plants for Nasturtium

These plants will grow well with Nasturtium:

Repellent plants for Nasturtium

These plants will not grow well with Nasturtium so avoid planting these within close proximity:

Common Nasturtium pests

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Common Nasturtium diseases & problems

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How long does Nasturtium take to grow?

These estimates for how long Nasturtium takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world. Start logging and journaling your observations to participate!