- Flower of the year 2019
- Ever-changing flower colours
- A great variety for hanging baskets or growing over trellis
What you need to know:
- 1 x Thompson & Morgan Nasturtium Orchid Flame
- Number of Seeds: 20
- Eventual Plant Height: Up To 30cm (12in)
- Eventual Plant Spread: Up To 120cm (48in)
- Hardiness & Longevity: Half Hardy Annual
- Ideal For: Patio, Kitchen Garden, Cottage Gardens, Exotic Garden
- Position In: Full Sun
- Sowing Months: February, March, April, May
- Flowering Months: June to September
- Sowing Instructions: Sow outdoors where they are to flower. Prepare the ground well and rake to a fine tilth before sowing. Sow 20mm (¼in) deep, in rows 30cm (12in)
apart. - Growing Information: When large enough to handle, thin out seedlings to 23cm (9in apart). FOR EARLIER FLOWERING: Sow seed 1cm (¼in) deep, 3 seeds per 7.5cm (3in) pot, in free-draining, damp, seed compost. Place at 20-29°C (68-86°F) until after germination.
Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions before planting out after risk of frost. Before
planting into containers, ensure plants are well rooted in their pots. - Young Leaves Have A Peppery Flavour, Flowers Can Be Added To Salads And The Green Seeds Can Be Chopped As A Garnish Or Pickled As Capers. Write To Us For A Free Leaflet
With Recipes For A Wide Range Of Edible Flowers.
