Kaleidoscope Mix Nasturtium: A Vibrant Burst of Color and Flavor for Your Garden
Discover the enchanting Kaleidoscope Mix Nasturtium, a fast-growing annual that matures in just 55-65 days. This stunning variety offers a riot of colors, including red, orange, yellow, cream, and captivating swirled bicolors. With its origins tracing back to South America, nasturtiums have been cherished in gardens for centuries, valued for both their ornamental beauty and culinary uses.
The Kaleidoscope Mix Nasturtium serves as a versatile addition to any garden, perfect for beds, containers, and hanging baskets. Its edible flowers and leaves add a peppery, tangy flavor to salads, garnishes, and other culinary creations. The plant’s compact, bushy growth habit, reaching 8-10 inches in height, makes it ideal for borders or trailing over garden edges. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, this variety attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, enhancing your garden’s ecosystem.
These nasturtiums thrive in full sun to partial shade, adapting well to various soil types as long as drainage is good. The plants have a climbing and trailing habit, spreading up to 12-14 inches wide. Their round, pale green leaves provide an attractive backdrop for the vibrant blooms, which appear from spring through early summer. For the best flower production, avoid over-fertilizing, as rich soil promotes leaf growth at the expense of blossoms.
Growing Success Tips:
- Sow seeds directly in the garden after the last frost, 1/2 to 1 inch deep
- Space plants 8-12 inches apart for optimal growth
- Water regularly but avoid overwatering, as nasturtiums tolerate some drought
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering
The Kaleidoscope Mix Nasturtium offers an exceptional blend of beauty, flavor, and ease of care, making it a perfect choice for both novice and experienced gardeners. Its low-maintenance nature and multiple uses provide excellent value for any garden or container planting.
Tip: For a continuous harvest of edible flowers and leaves, consider succession planting every few weeks throughout the growing season.
Product Features
- Mature Height: 8-10 inches
- Spread: 12-14 inches
- Bloom Period: Spring to Early Summer
- Flower Colors: Red, Orange, Yellow, Cream, Bicolor
- Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Water Needs: Average, tolerates some drought
- Soil Type: Well-draining, average fertility
- USDA Hardiness Zones: Annual, suitable for zones 3-10
Key Benefits
- Edible flowers and leaves with a peppery flavor
- Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies
- Low-maintenance and easy to grow
- Versatile for beds, containers, and hanging baskets
