Nasturtium 'Tom Thumb Alaska' Seeds
Small peppery edible flowers and foliage.
Known for their peppery kick and being entirely edible, Nasturtiums are a garden go-to for salad garnishes or simply enjoyed trailing down a window box.
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Why it's special:
- The plants work as a trap crop, keeping pests away from nearby prized veggies
- Flowers attract bees, butterflies and beneficial insects
- Grows fast in containers and low maintenance
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About Nasturtium Alaska Tom Thumb
The genus Tropaeolum, which is commonly referred to as nasturtium, consists of approximately 80 species of flowering plants that are either annual or perennial and herbaceous. This genus was first described by Carl Linnaeus in his book "Species Plantarum" and is the solitary genus in the Tropaeolaceae family.
In The Records
In 1684, the first Nasturtium seeds were brought to Europe from Peru by Dutch monk Pater Beverning. The plant was initially cultivated in the botanical garden of the University of Leiden. Within the next twenty years, the practice of growing Nasturtium spread across Europe, with records of its cultivation appearing in England (1688), Germany (1690), and France (1700).
| Features | Perfect for pots, pollinator friendly, hardy-annual and self seeds freely |
|---|---|
| Locations | Window box, balconies, containers and garden beds |
| Effort Level | Looks after itself |
| Botanical Name | Tropaeolum majus Alaska Series |
| Other Names | Indian cress, greater Indian-cress + nasturtium |
| Plant Type | Annual |
| Pot Size | 20 cm |
| Pet/Baby Safe | Not toxic |
| Number of Seeds | 20 |
| Sowing Tips | Nasturtiums can be sown straight in the ground they are going to flower, so make sure the space where you are going to sow is weed free. |
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