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Nasturtium 'Tropical Mix' (VM Seeds)

Half-hardy Annual

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A vigorous, fast-growing climber

Some parts of this variety are edible - Don't forget to check out our Edible Flowers Guide

Masses of bright, frilly blooms

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A vigorous, fast-growing climber for long-lasting summer colour with masses of bright, frilly blooms. An ideal variety for climbing up walls, fences and trellis. Height: 240cm (94"). Spread: 150cm (59").

Culinary information: The peppery flavour of the leaves and colourful flowers will enrich salads and the unripe seeds can used like capers – delicious combined with cream cheese or butter in canapés. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Plant Size Height Up to 240cm (95in)
Spread Up to 150cm (59in)

Hardiness & Longevity Half-hardy Annual

Position In full sun

Sowing Months Flowering Months

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1 Packet (25 Seeds) (53976)

Sow outdoors March/May where they are to flower. Prepare the ground by raking to a fine tilth before sowing.
Sow 20mm (3/4in) deep, in rows 30cm (12in) apart.
Thin out young plants to 23cm (9in) apart.
For earlier flowering Sow seed in 7.5cm (3in) pots of freedraining compost. Place at 15-20°C (59-68F) until germination. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions before planting out after risk of frost. Before planting into containers, ensure plants are well rooted in their pots.
Young leaves have a peppery flavour, flowers too can be eaten.

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