Tropaeolum nanum (Tom Thumb Type) 'Alaska Tip Top Red'

Sowing method: Sow in pots (preferably do not transplant) from late March, or directly outdoors from late April when it's warm enough. Soak seeds overnight. The leaves and flowers are edible.

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Sowing/planting time:

• March
• April

Harvesting time:

• June
• July
• August
• September

Soil type:

• All soil types

Cultivation location:

• Outdoors warm / sheltered

Position:

• Sun

• Flower colour: Bright red, veined flowers
• Origin: South America
• Average growth height: 30 to 60 cm
• Annual or perennial: Annual
• Attractive to insects: Various insects
• Winter hardy: Not frost hardy
• Ease of cultivation: Easy

• Latin: Tropaeolum nanum (Tom Thumb type)
• Dutch: Nasturtium
• Also known as: Not applicable / Not known
• English: Nasturtium

• All year round