Nasturtium - Dwarf Jewel Mix

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Nasturtium - Dwarf Jewel Mix
Tropaeolum minus

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Nasturtium - Dwarf Jewel Mix:

The Nasturtium Dwarf Jewel Mix, 'Tropaeolum minus', is a surprisingly easy plant to grow with edible flowers that appear above the foliage 6 weeks after planting. Every salad should have edible Nasturtium and Viola flowers. The Dwarf Jewel Mix Nasturtium has 2 to 21/2 inch flowers that bloom 6 weeks after sowing. Flower colors are shades of orange and yellow. They will bloom all season until fall.This Nasturtium prefer full sun but will withstand some shade. Nasturtiums perform well in bad soil, but is comfortable in average garden soil that is not overly fertile. When the blossom passes its peak, pinch off to the base of the stem. Plant in the spring after the last average frost date or fall plant in warmer climates. Nasturtiums are used for edging and borders. These plants will also deter whiteflies, squash bug, and rabbits.

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