FlowersBeginner
Nasturtium
Tropaeolum majus
Scientific Name
Tropaeolum majus
Family
Tropaeolaceae
Origin
Peru and Colombia
Type
Annual
50-60 days
Culinary Uses
Flavor: Peppery, watercress-like, slightly sweet
- Flowers and leaves in salads
- Pickled seeds (poor man's capers)
- Flavored vinegars
- Stuffed flowers
- Peppery garnish
Planting Calendar
Sow Indoors
MarchApril
Sow Outdoors
MayJune
Harvest
JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctober
Health Benefits
- Natural antibiotic properties
- High in vitamin C
- Traditional for respiratory infections
- May help with urinary tract issues
- Topical antiseptic