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Known as one of the most popular varieties in edible flowers, Nasturtium Alaska Mix is always the first to be picked by chefs for its slightly peppery taste. Also known in Latin as Tropaeolum majus Nasturtium, it became popular in European flower gardens first not as a flower but as a vegetable or as a medicinal herb. Early Europeans described it alongside watercress (Nasturtium officinale) which is reflected in its peppery taste. In late 1700s, the renowned Swedish botanist Carolus Linnaeus found the resemblance between plants’ flowers and golden helmets called tropea worn by Ancient Romans warriors. Thus the name Tropaeolum. The flowers a blend of orange and yellow colors with a few reds and maroons to go with and the foliage of the plant is marbled green and creamy white to add even more colors to it. The flowers bloom as a standalone bulb or in a pair of two after about eight weeks of planting. Nasturtium also make for a great companion plant for tomatoes and cucumbers. You can add this delicious flower along with its leaves to spreads and salads.
Growing guide for Nasturtium Alaska Mix Blossoms
Planting instructions
Nasturtium Alaska seeds can be started indoors at least 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost of spring. It is advisable to plant the seeds in early spring in moist, well-drained soil. Even though these plants can grow in partial shade, they will not bloom as well as in full sunlight. Like in the case of every other plant, fertile soil is the most important ingredient in growing healthy plants. However, Nasturtiums prefer poor soil and only require fertilizers in case of extremely poor soil. Fertile soil will produce more leaves than flowers.
Plant the seeds about half an inch deep into the soil. Keep a distance of 10 to 12 inches between plants. After planting, the seedlings will start to appear in just 7 to 10 days. Nasturtiums require regular watering throughout the growing season. Make sure that you do not over-water the plants.
If you are growing these pretty flowers in containers or pots, you should trim them regularly over the growing season. To prolong the blooming season, chop off the dead flowers.
Growing Requirements
Pests
Aphids, leafhoppers, leafminers, slugs are a few of the pests that can creep up to the foliage and flowers of the plants. Ensure to remove plant debris and affected parts of the plant to stop these from spreading. You can also try spraying the plant with an organic neem spray to disinfect the plant.
Soil
Ensure moderately fertile well drained soil is being used for these flowers. Note that very high nitrogen levels in soil will promote more foliage than flower production.
spot
Full sun or partial shade.
Temperature
Ideal temperature to be maintained is 20-29 Celcius (68-86 F).
Watering
Water moderately everyday in a pot with good drainage to keep the soil fairly moist.
how to harvest
Collect the fully open edible flowers when multi colored blooms appear.
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Questions & Answers
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Hi, I wanted to know if these (found in summer seed collection) is good to sow in summer? Also suggestions for vegetables/herbs and flowers to be grown in summer in a humid climate (mumbai). Thanks
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All fruit veggies will do well from early June to end September i.e. all gourds, pumpkins, etc. Cucumbers and melons can also be great for this season in Mumbai. The leafy vegetables like spinach, Kale, etc will do only moderately well and may straight away go to flowering instead of developing leaves. Do not plant any root vegetables since heat may stunt the growth.
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