Trailing Elegance with Edible Blooms
'Out of Africa' Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus), offered by OSC Seeds
The 'Out of Africa' Nasturtium is a trailing annual with striking marbled foliage and vibrant blooms in yellow, red, cream, and peach-pink. Perfect for trellises, walls, or as a groundcover, it creates a colorful display reaching up to 1.5 m.
Spread: up to 1.5 m
Plant height: up to 1.5 m
Packet size: Approx. 25 seeds
Companion plants: Beans, peas, sunflowers
Incompatible plants: None known
How to Grow:
Direct sow seeds into well-drained soil in late May, planting them 2.5 cm deep and spacing 5 cm apart. Thin to 20 cm as seedlings grow. Choose full sun for best blooms, though partial shade is suitable for hot climates. Germination occurs in about 12 days. Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
The 'Out of Africa' Nasturtium brings a wild, elegant touch to gardens, with edible, peppery blooms perfect for garnishing salads.
