This compact Nasturtium grows into a 8" to 12" tall mound, with flowers in shades of red, dark orange, light orange, yellow, and dark red. Although small in stature, it's an especially showy variety because it holds its flowers above the foliage. Use in beds and borders or as a sunny groundcover.
Actually a North American native plant hailing from Mexico, the nasturtium has been a hybridizer's favorite for years. Kids love them since they're so easy to grow, and the giant-sized seeds are so easy to handle. Cooks enjoy them since the flowers are edible, and make wonderful decorations for cakes and pastries.
More InformationAssociated SKUs | AM015875 AM013545 (1/4 Pound) AM013544 (1 Pound)
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Common Name | Dwarf Nasturtium Tom Thumb Mix |
Botanical Name | Tropaeolum nanum Tom Thumb Mix |
Seed Life Cycle | Annual |
Light Requirements | Full Sun |
Flower Color | Red, Orange, Yellow |
Bloom Time | Summer |
Mature Height | 12-18" tall |
Ships As | Seed |
Ideal Region | Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, West, Southwest, Pacific Northwest |
Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
Non-GMO | Yes |
Native To | Mexico and South America |
Coverage | 1/4 lb covers 80 sq ft. 1 lb covers 320 sq ft. |
Soil Type | Sandy Soil, Loamy Soil, Clay Soil |
Soil Moisture | Average, Well Draining |
Edible? | Yes |
Advantages | Easy To Grow, Attract Hummingbirds, Bee Friendly, Low Maintenance, Good For Cut Flowers, Good For Containers, Groundcover, Extended Bloom Time (more than 4 weeks), Great For Mass Plantings, Edible |
Ships to Hawaii, Alaska & Canada | Yes |