Planting and care
How to grow nasturtium
When to grow
Warm season · Annual
How to start
Direct seed after frost or carefully transplant without disturbing roots
Mature size
About 10–15 in tall with vines trailing 1–3 ft, cultivar-dependent
Time to harvest
Usually flowers about 55–70 days from seed
Feeding needs
Light feeder
Growth habit
Pollinator Trailing
Harvest and kitchen use
Leaves and flowers of properly identified, unsprayed garden nasturtiums are edible and peppery
Nutrition and garden value
Edible flowers and leaves provide small amounts of vitamin C and add color and flavor
Provides a trailing flowering edge and floral resources for pollinators and beneficial insects
Common challenges and troubleshooting
Aphids, cabbageworms and heat-related decline; overly rich soil can produce leaves with fewer flowers
Safety note
Use only correctly identified, pesticide-free edible plants; seeds should not be eaten in large quantities