Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus)
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These charming plants have large, showy blooms that are enjoyable to have around your home. Many cultivars are available with oranges, reds, pinks, creams, and yellow colors. Their stems are long with rounded leaves that have prominent radiating veins from the centers of the leaves. Nasturtiums can be either a vine or bushy, but either way, they are sure to be a fabulous season favorite in your garden.
Where to Buy Nasturtium Plants:
Nasturtium is a Host Plant for:
Cabbage White, and moreNasturtium Specifications:
Color(s): Red, yellow
Sun Exposure: Sun, partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, regular watering, sandy soil
Average Height: 8 in. to 4 ft.
Average Spread: 12 in. to 5 ft.
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone: 10 to 11