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Nasturtium Seeds - Salmon
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(Tropaeolum Majus Double Gleam Salmon) - Grown from seeds, it establishes quickly and easily. Trailing nasturtium double gleam has a striking effect with the soft salmon, semi-double flowers and lush gray-green foliage. Very attractive with blooms lasting from mid summer to mid fall or until first frost.
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Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
68F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
7 - 10 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
No
DEPTH
1/2 inch
SOWING RATE
1 - 2 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seed moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
8 - 12 inches
Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus Double Gleam Salmon) - Considered to be a trailing plant, this variety reaches about 60 inches. It can grow in baskets where it trails out over the sides, or give it a structure to climb. Grown from seeds, it establishes quickly and easily. Trailing nasturtium double gleam has a striking effect with the soft salmon, semi-double flowers and lush gray-green foliage. Very attractive with blooms lasting from mid summer to mid fall or until first frost. Nasturtium care includes regular irrigation but drying out inbetween and no fertilization is required.
The vines do best when it is left alone. It will tolerate most any soil type, but prefers not to be fertilized. Over-fertilization will produce lovely foliage, but no flowers. Keep watered, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Nasturtiums are used as a companion plant for the vegetable garden. It is said that the peppery-flavored leaves ward off many insects. They like a full sun place in the garden in cooler climates. For the hottest regions, afternoon shade is preferable for these vining plants. Tropaeolum Majus plants will grow anywhere as an annual, but they will only survive as a perennial in frost-free zones.
It is recommend to directly sow seeds outdoors in spring. Seedlings do not transplant well into the garden when started indoors. Before sowing these flower seeds, soak the seeds overnight in warm water. The next day, plant the seeds 1/2 inch deep in an area that gets at least 6 hours of direct sun each day. Have the soil worked so that it's fine and light. Flowers will appear in 8 - 12 weeks after being sown from seeds.
Common Questions
Are the flowers edible?
Yes, flowers have a peppery taste and are used to garnish salads or other dishes. Young leaves have a flavor like watercress and are good in salads.
Why didn’t my nasturtiums flower?
Nasturtiums like a poor soil so be very careful not to over fertilize the plants. The result is pretty plants but no flowers.
Why didn’t my seeds germinate?
Nasturtiums have a thick seed coat and should be soaked or filed with a nail file before sowing to aid in germination.
Do nasturtiums attract pollinators to my garden?
Yes, nasturtiums attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators are drawn to these flowers.
What plants will benefit from using nasturtiums as a companion plant?
Nasturtiums make a good companion for: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumbers, kale, kohlrabi, pumpkins, radish, squash, tomato, and potato.
What are some recommended flowers to plant with nasturtiums?
Sunflowers, lavender, marigold, cosmos, zinnia and asters all look lovely and grow well with nasturtiums.
Do I need to deadhead my flowers?
Yes, to prolong your bloom season you will need to deadhead the flowers.
