Tropaeolum majus

Nasturtium, Indian Cress

Family: Tropaeolaceae Nasturtium


Type Annual, vine
USDA Hardiness range n/a
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Orange, yellow
Bloom time Early Summer to Mid Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Container, ground cover, specimen, woodland garden
Height 18" to 30" / 45cm to 75cm
Spread n/a
Growth rate Fast
Persistence Evergreen, needles or needle-like
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, fragrant flowers
Leaf color Green, variegated, yellow
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Rounded, spreading or horizontal
Attributes and features Attractive foilage