Tropaeolum majus
Garden Nasturtium
Description
This garden annual/groundcover will grow less than 1' tall, but will spread and climb up to 6'. Nasturtium has 2" light green leaves with red, orange, yellow, or white flowers that are in constant bloom throughout the warm season. This plant usually reseeds, with new plants emerging in early spring. This plant does better with regular watering. Some folks put the leaves and flowers in salads!
Plant Type
Ground cover, Annual
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Orange, Red, Yellow, White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.