Vibrant Kaleidoscope Mix Nasturtium: A Colorful Culinary Delight
Discover the enchanting Kaleidoscope Mix Nasturtium, a fast-growing annual that matures in just 55-65 days. This stunning variety boasts a vibrant array of red, orange, yellow, cream, and rose blooms, including marvelous swirled bicolors. Originating from the Tropaeolum majus species, these versatile plants have been cherished in gardens for centuries, prized for both their ornamental beauty and culinary applications.
Kaleidoscope Mix Nasturtiums offer a perfect blend of visual appeal and practical use. Their edible flowers and leaves add a peppery, tangy flavor to salads, garnishes, and other culinary creations. The plants’ climbing and trailing habit makes them ideal for borders, containers, or spilling over garden edges, adding excitement to any outdoor space. As a bonus, these colorful bloomers attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, enhancing your garden’s ecosystem.
These low-maintenance plants thrive in full sun to partial shade, reaching a height of 12-14 inches with a spread of 12-14 inches. Kaleidoscope Mix Nasturtiums prefer well-drained soil of average fertility and are somewhat drought-tolerant once established. The continuous blooms from spring through early summer ensure a long-lasting display and harvest period, making them a valuable addition to both ornamental and kitchen gardens.
Growing Success Tips:
- Sow seeds directly in the garden after the last frost, 1/2 inch deep and 12 inches apart
- Avoid over-fertilizing, as rich soil promotes leaf growth at the expense of flowers
- Water regularly but allow soil to dry between waterings to encourage blooming
- Harvest flowers and young leaves regularly to promote continued production
Kaleidoscope Mix Nasturtiums offer an unbeatable combination of beauty, flavor, and ease of care. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or a novice, these versatile plants will bring color, taste, and wildlife to your outdoor space with minimal effort.
For best results, plant nasturtiums in poor to average soil to encourage abundant flowering.
Product Features
- Mature Height: 12-14 inches
- Mature Spread: 12-14 inches
- Bloom Period: Spring to early summer
- Flower Colors: Red, orange, yellow, cream, rose, and bicolors
- USDA Hardiness Zones: Annual, suitable for zones 2-11
- Light Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Water Needs: Average, drought-tolerant once established
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, average fertility
Key Benefits
- Edible flowers and leaves with a peppery flavor
- Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies
- Low-maintenance and easy to grow
- Versatile for use in beds, containers, and as ground cover
