Nasturtium Tropaeolum majus Flower Seeds for Planting Orange Variety in Home Garden

Add cheerful color and edible flowers to your garden with Nasturtium Seeds (Tropaeolum majus, Orange Variety). This fast-growing annual produces bright orange blooms and lush green foliage, making it ideal for home gardens, borders, raised beds, and containers. Tropaeolum majus is easy to grow, low-maintenance, and attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Features

• Vibrant Orange Blooms: Bright, edible flowers perfect for salads, garnishes, or ornamental displays.
• Fast-Growing Annual: Quick germination and continuous flowering throughout the season.
• Edible Leaves and Flowers: Both leaves and flowers can be used in culinary dishes.
• Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
• Easy to Grow: Thrives in a variety of soil types with minimal care.
• Versatile Garden Use: Suitable for borders, containers, trellises, and hanging baskets.

Specifications

• Botanical Name: Tropaeolum majus
• Common Name: Nasturtium (Orange Variety)
• Plant Type: Annual flowering plant
• Height: 12–36 inches (30–90 cm), depending on variety
• Bloom Time: Late spring to early fall
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Watering: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 9–11 (grown as annual elsewhere)
• Planting Season: Spring after last frost
• Planting Depth: 1/4 inch (lightly cover seeds with soil)
• Spacing: 10–12 inches apart for compact varieties, 12–18 inches for vining types
• Maintenance: Remove faded flowers to encourage continuous blooming
• Uses: Home gardens, raised beds, containers, trellises, hanging baskets, edible flowers

Planting Guide

1. Prepare garden beds or containers with well-draining soil.
2. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep directly into soil.
3. Keep soil lightly moist until germination (7–14 days).
4. Thin seedlings to 10–12 inches apart for compact growth or 12–18 inches for vining types.
5. Provide support for climbing varieties if desired.
6. Harvest flowers and leaves regularly to promote continuous flowering and enjoy vibrant orange blooms throughout the season.