🌼 What Are Nasturtium Mix Seeds?

Nasturtium mix seeds produce fast-growing, cheerful plants from the genus Tropaeolum. Known for their vibrant trumpet-shaped flowers and rounded lily pad-like leaves, nasturtiums are not only beautiful but also entirely edible—making them a favorite for ornamental gardens, kitchen gardens, and pollinator-friendly spaces.

1.🌿 Botanical Features

• Seed Shape: Large, wrinkled, and kidney-shaped

• Flower Colors (Mix): Shades of red, orange, yellow, cream, and peach

• Leaf Shape: Circular with radiating veins (like lily pads)

• Plant Height: 10–14 inches (bushy types); vines can trail up to 6 feet

• Growth Habit: Mounding, trailing, or climbing (depending on variety)

• Germination Time: 7–14 days

• Fragrance: Mild peppery scent

2.🍽️ Culinary Uses

Nasturtiums are widely loved in edible landscaping:

• Edible Flowers: Add color and a peppery kick to salads, garnishes, and open sandwiches

• Edible Leaves: Use in pesto, salads, or as a spicy alternative to spinach

• Seed Pods: Can be pickled and used as “poor man’s capers”

🌱 All above-ground parts are edible—colorful and nutritious!

3.🏥 Health Benefits

Nasturtiums have traditional medicinal uses and are known for:

• Rich in: Vitamin C, antioxidants, and natural antibacterial compounds

• Potential Benefits:

  • Immune system support

  • Antiseptic and wound-healing properties

  • Aiding respiratory and urinary tract health

4.🌱 Growing Nasturtium from Seed

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Direct Sow (Recommended):

   • Sow outdoors after the last frost

   • Plant 1/2 inch deep, spacing 10–12 inches apart

2. Optional Indoors Start:

   • Sow 2–4 weeks before last frost

   • Transplant carefully—roots don’t like disturbance

3. Soil & Light:

   • Prefers poor to average, well-draining soil

   • Too-rich soil reduces blooming

   • Full sun (6–8 hours/day) for best flowering

4. Watering:

   • Water moderately; avoid soggy conditions

5. Support:

   • Provide trellises for climbing types

🔍 Fun Fact

Nasturtiums are natural pest repellents—they deter aphids, whiteflies, and squash bugs. Gardeners often plant them near vegetables as a trap crop in companion planting!