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Nasturtium Seeds - Yeti
SEASON
Annual
USDA ZONES
3 - 10
HEIGHT
60 - 80 inches (vining)
BLOOM SEASON
Mid summer through fall
BLOOM COLOR
Creamy white
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun
SOIL TYPE
Well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.8
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
About...
(Tropaeolum Lobbianum Yeti) - The profusion of creamy white blossoms is quite a sight to behold! This tall vining annual is such a rewarding plant to grow from seeds. It grows easily and quickly and gives blooms from mid summer to first frost. Give Yeti nasturtium climbing vines a trellis or fence to climb or let the vines meander through evergreen shrubs.
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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 seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
8 - 12 inches
Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Lobbianum Yeti) - The profusion of creamy white blossoms is quite a sight to behold! This tall vining annual is such a rewarding plant to grow from nasturtium seeds. It grows easily and quickly and gives blooms from mid summer to first frost. Give these climbing vines a trellis or fence to climb or let the vines meander through evergreen shrubs. Or plant in baskets and containers and allow the vines to spill over to create full, lush containers of foliage and blooms.
Nasturtium seed is one of the largest flower seeds. At only 8 seeds per gram, it is larger than corn seed. It's a great seed for children to plant and grow their first garden flower! Before sowing seeds, soak the seeds overnight in warm water. The next day, plant the flower seeds 1/2 inch deep in prepared soil. Flowers will appear in 8 - 12 weeks after starting the flower 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.
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