NASTURTIUM ‘Alaska Scarlet’ Flower Seeds
Botanical name: Tropaeolum majus
The ‘Alaska Scarlet’ nasturtium is a striking variety featuring bold, scarlet-red flowers contrasted against unique marbled green and white variegated foliage. This eye-catching combination adds vibrant color and texture to garden beds, borders, and containers. Nasturtiums are not only visually appealing but also edible, with a pleasantly peppery flavor that enhances salads and garnishes. These easy-to-grow flowers attract beneficial pollinators like bees and butterflies while naturally deterring certain pests, making them an excellent companion plant.
‘Alaska Scarlet’ nasturtiums thrive in a variety of soil conditions, require minimal maintenance, and bloom prolifically throughout the summer, making them a great choice for beginner and experienced gardeners alike.
Plant Information
- Plant Type: Annual
- Plant Height: 30 – 40 cm
- Sow When: Germinates best at soil temperatures of 18 – 22°C
- Temperate: Spring to early autumn, after the last frost
- Subtropical: Spring to autumn
- Tropical: Year-round in warm conditions
- Arid: Spring to early autumn
- Cold: Late spring to early summer, after the danger of frost
Germination Information
- Germination: 7 – 14 days
- Depth: Plant seeds 1 – 2 cm deep
- Position: Full sun to part shade
- Sow Where: Directly into garden beds, containers, or hanging baskets
- Soil Type: Well-drained soil, tolerates poorer soils
- Rows: Space rows 30 cm apart
- Spacing: Plant seeds 20 – 30 cm apart
- Details: Keep well-watered but avoid over-watering. Mulching helps retain moisture and suppress weeds. These hardy plants require little care, but occasional feeding with a balanced fertilizer can encourage more blooms. Regularly removing spent flowers will promote continuous flowering throughout the season.
Harvest: 8 – 10 weeks after sowing for edible flowers
