An easy, edible flower that thrives on poor soil. A classic companion and aphid trap crop.
When to plant nasturtium where you live
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Full sun
Zones 2–11
10–12 in apart.
Lean, well-draining soil; pH 6.0–7.5. Rich soil grows leaves, not flowers.
About 1 in/week; tolerates dry spells. Easygoing once up.
May – Jun
Jun – Oct
Direct sow the large seeds after frost; they sprout fast and resent transplanting. The peppery leaves, flowers, and seed pods are all edible. Let a few pods drop and it often reseeds itself.
Good with Cucumber, Squash, Tomato, Bush bean, Cabbage. Keep apart from .
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