Cherry Crumble Nasturtium Seeds – 30 Annual Flower Seeds

Overview

Embark on a delightful gardening journey with our premium cherry crumble nasturtium seeds. These annual flower seeds promise to transform your garden beds, containers, or edible landscapes into a vibrant display of warm, Kent cherry-colored blossoms. Known for their resilience and prolific flowering habit, these nasturtiums are incredibly easy to grow, making them a favorite among both novice and experienced gardeners. Each plant is a testament to nature’s beauty, offering dozens of shining flowers for weeks on end. Beyond their ornamental appeal, nasturtiums are celebrated for their culinary versatility, with both their leaves and flowers adding a distinctive peppery flavor to salads and dishes. Discover the joy of cultivating these charming and useful plants, bringing a touch of old-time kitchen garden charm to your modern home.

The name ‘Nasturtium’ itself hints at the plant’s intriguing character, derived from Latin words meaning ‘to twist the nose,’ a nod to its tantalizing pungency. This unique flavor profile has historically positioned nasturtiums as a staple in kitchen gardens, where their leaves, flowers, and even pickled seed pods were cherished ingredients. Our cherry crumble nasturtium seeds offer you the chance to revive this tradition, enjoying not only the visual spectacle but also the delicious and nutritious benefits of these remarkable plants. They typically grow up to 12 inches high, creating a beautiful groundcover or spilling gracefully from pots.

Key Benefits

Growing cherry crumble nasturtium seeds offers a multitude of advantages for both your garden and your culinary adventures. These seeds germinate readily and produce robust plants that require minimal attention, making them an excellent choice for busy gardeners seeking maximum impact with little effort. Enjoy the beauty and utility of these wonderful annuals.

• Vibrant Edible Blooms: Produce stunning Kent cherry-colored flowers that are not only visually appealing but also fully edible, adding a peppery kick and vibrant color to salads, sandwiches, and garnishes. Learn how to enjoy your edible nasturtium flowers in various dishes.
• Low Maintenance & Drought Tolerant: These nasturtiums are incredibly hardy, thriving in less-than-ideal soil conditions and requiring minimal watering once established. They are prepared to exist on practically nothing while displaying abundant flowers.
• Prolific Flowering: Enjoy a continuous display of dozens and dozens of shining flowers for weeks, providing long-lasting color and beauty throughout the growing season.
• Natural Pest Deterrent: Nasturtiums are known to act as a trap crop for certain garden pests like aphids, drawing them away from more valuable plants. This makes them a great companion plant.
• Easy to Grow from Seed: Our cherry crumble nasturtium seeds are easy to sow and germinate, making them perfect for gardeners of all skill levels. Get started quickly and watch your garden flourish.
• Historical Culinary Uses: Reconnect with traditional kitchen gardening by using the leaves, flowers, and pickled seed pods in your cooking, just as they were used in old-time gardens.
• Compact Growth Habit: Growing to about 12 inches high, these plants are ideal for borders, containers, window boxes, and as groundcover, fitting well into various garden designs.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

To successfully grow nasturtium seeds, particularly the ‘Cherry Crumble’ variety, consider their preferred growing conditions. Nasturtiums thrive in full sun to partial shade, meaning they appreciate at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering, but can tolerate some afternoon shade in hotter climates. While they are adaptable, a sunny spot will yield the most prolific blooms. These plants are remarkably unfussy about soil, often performing best in poor to moderately fertile, well-draining soil. Overly rich soil can lead to more foliage and fewer flowers, so avoid excessive fertilization. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, as nasturtiums do not like soggy conditions.

Watering should be consistent but not excessive, especially during dry spells. Allow the top inch or two of soil to dry out between waterings. Once established, nasturtiums are quite drought-tolerant. They are annuals, meaning they complete their life cycle within one growing season and will need to be replanted each year. Deadheading spent flowers can encourage more blooms, though many gardeners allow them to self-seed for next season. These plants are generally resistant to most pests and diseases, but keep an eye out for aphids, which can sometimes be attracted to their leaves. The ‘Cherry Crumble’ variety is known for its robust nature, making nasturtium care tips relatively straightforward. They are not particular about temperature, thriving in most temperate climates during their growing season and are not frost-hardy.

Size & Details

This package contains 30 annual nasturtium plant seeds of the ‘Cherry Crumble’ variety. Each seed is carefully selected to ensure high germination rates, providing you with a bountiful harvest of beautiful and edible flowers. The plants typically grow to a height of approximately 12 inches (30 cm), with a spreading habit that makes them excellent for groundcover, borders, or cascading from hanging baskets and containers. The vibrant Kent cherry-colored flowers are roughly 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter, creating a striking visual impact.

These annuals have a relatively fast growth rate, with germination often occurring within 7-14 days under ideal conditions. You can expect the first blooms to appear about 35-50 days after planting, continuing to flower profusely until the first hard frost. The seeds are shipped in a protective packet, ensuring their viability upon arrival. Plant these cherry crumble nasturtium seeds in spring after the last danger of frost for a season full of color and flavor.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this nasturtium plant get? A: The ‘Cherry Crumble’ nasturtium typically grows to about 12 inches (30 cm) in height. It has a spreading habit, making it suitable for groundcover or containers.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: These annual nasturtium plant seeds are primarily for outdoor gardening. While you can start them indoors, they thrive and flower best in an outdoor garden setting with plenty of sunlight.
• Q: How much sunlight do these nasturtiums need? A: For the best flowering performance, Cherry Crumble Nasturtiums prefer full sun, meaning at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. They can tolerate partial shade, especially in very hot climates.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, nasturtiums are renowned for being very easy to care for. They are quite hardy, tolerant of poor soil, and require minimal watering once established, making them excellent for beginners. Follow our nasturtium care tips for best results.
• Q: What condition will the seeds arrive in? A: The cherry crumble nasturtium seeds will arrive in a sealed, protective seed packet to ensure their freshness and viability during transit.
• Q: Can I use nasturtium in cooking? A: Absolutely! Both the vibrant flowers and the distinctively flavored leaves of nasturtiums are edible. They add a peppery, slightly spicy taste to salads, sandwiches, and can be used as a garnish. You’ll love your edible nasturtium flowers.
• Q: When is the best time to plant these seeds? A: The best time to plant Cherry Crumble Nasturtium seeds is in the spring, after all danger of frost has passed in your area. They can also be succession planted for continuous blooms.
• Q: How long until the nasturtiums bloom? A: You can typically expect to see the first beautiful Kent cherry-colored blooms appear approximately 35-50 days after sowing the grow nasturtium seeds. They will continue to flower throughout the summer and fall until the first hard frost.