Nasturtium flowers bring a unique blend of beauty and utility to any home garden. They are known for their vibrant colors, distinctive appearance, and delightfully peppery flavor flowers.
So let’s take a look at their growing guidance including how to grow nasturtium at home and its care tips.
Nasturtium Growing Season
In India, the ideal time to grow nasturtium is during the spring.
Right Nasturtium Variety
Popular choices include ‘Empress of India’, ‘Whirlybird’, Nasturtium ‘Jewel of Africa‘, Variegated and Yellow or Golden nasturtiums.
Pot Size
For growing nasturtium in pots from seeds, choose containers or grow bags that are at least 10-15 inches wide and deep.
Sowing Nasturtium Seeds
Take a pot and fill it with potting soil mixture. Sow nasturtium seeds about 0.5 to 1 inch deep in the soil. Seeds should sprout or germinate in 5 to 14 days.
Watering
Nasturtium is moderately drought tolerant, and weekly watering is sufficient for it.
Sunlight
The nasturtium plant grows best in full sun and can tolerate partial shade.
Fertilizing
You can add phosphorous-rich fertilizers such as bone meal, PROM, or rock phosphate to encourage blooming.
Nasturtium Blooming Time
Nasturtiums typically start blooming in 5-8 weeks after germination. Usually, blooms in spring, summer, and fall.
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