Sunday, December 21, 2008

Nasturtium majus Milkmaid


Hardy Annual
  • Flowers: Summer to Autumn
  • Position: Sun or part shade
  • Height: 12 inches
  • Germination: Easy
  • Aftercare: Easy
  • Special Features: Edible flowers
  • Ideal for: Bedding, Border, Children, Containers, Patio, Tubs
A new Nasturtium featuring delicate blooms in captivating moonlit shades, the closest to white ever. Use this soft contrast in your beds, borders and containers for continuous summer color. Easy to grow in a range of situations.

Sowing Instructions

Sowing time:Outdoors after last frost when soil has warmed or indoors in peat pots 2-4 weeks before last frost
Sowing depth:20mm (¾ inch) deep, in rows 30cm (12 inches) apart.

Sow outdoors where they are to flower. Sow in rows 30cm (12in) apart and thin out to 30-45cm (12-18in) between plants. Prepare the ground well and rake to a fine tilth before sowing.

For container plants, germinate at 15-20C (77-68F) in 7.5cm (3 inch) pots. Gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions before planting out after risk of frost. Before planting into containers, ensure plants are well rooted in their pots.

Growing Instructions

When large enough to handle, thin out seedlings to 30-45cm (12 to 18 inches) apart. If sown indoors, gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost.

Aftercare Instructions

Easily grown on any soil in a sunny position. Flowers mid summer to autumn.


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