Tropaeolum nanum 'Orchid Flame'

  • Product number: 558824
  • Origin: South America
  • Latin: Dwarf nasturtium

In an enchanting transformation, these two-toned flowers change from yellow to red.
You can hardly believe it is the same variety: the bloom starts creamy yellow with splashes of red on the inner part of each petal.

Decorate your salads with these edible flowers, or simply enjoy their beauty in the garden. Continuous bloom from June until the first frost. The final red tint depends on the outside temperature.

Names:

  • Latin: Tropaeolum nanum
  • Dutch: Nasturtium
  • English: Nasturtium
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Sowing method: Pre-sow in pots (preferably do not transplant) from late March, or directly in the ground 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:

  • Outside warm / sheltered

Position:

  • Sun
  • Flower colour: Yellow to red
  • Origin: South America
  • Average growth height: 90 to 120 cm
  • Annual or perennial: Annual
  • Attractive to insects: Various insects
  • Winter hardy: Not frost resistant
  • Ease of cultivation: Easy
  • Latin: Dwarf nasturtium
  • Dutch: Nasturtium
  • Also known as: N/A
  • English: Nasturtium
  • All year

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