NASTURTIUM ‘Tip Top Mix’ Flower Seeds
Botanical name: Tropaeolum majus
The ‘Tip Top Mix’ nasturtium is a vibrant blend of bright, jewel-toned flowers in shades of red, orange, yellow, and creamy white. With compact, bushy growth and upward-facing blooms, this variety is perfect for garden beds, borders, and containers. Nasturtiums are not only visually stunning but also edible, with a slightly peppery flavor that adds zest to salads and other dishes. These hardy flowers attract pollinators like bees and butterflies while also acting as a natural companion plant, deterring certain garden pests.
Nasturtiums thrive in various soil conditions, are low-maintenance, and bloom throughout summer, making them a great choice for gardeners of all experience levels. The ‘Tip Top Mix’ variety ensures a long-lasting and colorful display with minimal effort.
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 resilient plants require little maintenance, 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
