Tropaeolum nanum 'Alaska Mix' (Nasturtium, Dwarf Mixed - Alaska Mix)
Nasturtium Alaska Mix is a dwarf Nasturtium with variegated leaves and flowers in shades of gold, orange, red, and purple. Plants are quick to grow and bloom for a long time. Flowers have a tangy, peppery flavor and are edible. They're great in salads or stuffed with cream cheese. It's also a great way to add some color to a dish. The flowers attract bumble bees.
| Number of Seeds | Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1OZ | 225 | 18 |
| 1/4LB | 900 | 70 |
| 1/2LB | 1,800 | 140 |
| 1LB | 3,600 | 280 |
| 5LB | 18,000 | 1,400 |
Scientific Name: Tropaeolum nanum 'Alaska Mix'
Common Name: Nasturtium, Dwarf Mixed - Alaska Mix
Plant Type: Annuals, Tender Perennials
Family: Tropaeolaceae
Zone: 3 to 10
Native Range: United States
Full Growth Height: 8-14 "
Exposure: Full Sun
Blooming Season: Summer, Fall
Flower: Showy, Fragrant
Pollinators: Butterflies
Flower Color: Mixed (Red, Orange, Yellow)
Tolerate: Deer
Water Requirement: Dry, Medium
Maintenance: Low
Soil Type: Chalk, Sand, Loam, Well-Drained
Soil pH: Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Uses: Edging, Beds and Borders, Prairies and Meadows, Patio and Containers