Nasturtium BLUE PEPE, organic seeds
Tropaeolum majus
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
