Nasturtium BLUE PEPE, organic seeds

Tropaeolum majus

Out of stock Edible flower! Compact, bushy, ideal for containers and borders.

• Botanical Name: Tropaeolum majus

• Type: Annual edible ornamental

• Growth Habit: Compact, bushy; ideal for containers and borders

• Leaves: Steel-blue on top with purplish undersides

• Flowers: Bright red to orange-red, edible

Flavor and Uses

• Leaves: Peppery taste reminiscent of watercress; great in salads and sandwiches

• Flowers: Milder flavor; excellent for garnishing dishes

• Seed Pods: Young pods can be pickled as "false capers"

Growing Instructions

• Location: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil; pH between 6.0 and 7.0

• Sowing: Start indoors in April or direct sow in May; sow seeds 1.5–2 cm deep

• Spacing: 20–30 cm between plants

• Flowering: From June until the first frost

• Care: Avoid overwatering and excessive fertilization; low maintenance

Packet 15 seeds