Nasturtiums

Nasturtium Starter Plants in 4-Inch or 5-Inch Pots Available in Jupiter, FL

Nasturtiums (Tropaeolum majus) are the multitaskers of the garden—beautiful, edible, and beneficial. With bright, jewel-toned flowers and rounded, lily pad-like leaves, these fast-growing annuals bring a pop of color to beds, borders, and containers. But they're more than just a pretty face: nasturtiums are edible from leaf to blossom, attract pollinators, repel pests, and improve the health of nearby vegetables through natural companion planting.

Available in 4-inch and 5-inch pots, these starter plants are garden-ready and perfect for planting around the edges of raised beds or interplanted with herbs and veggies.

Care & Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):

Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade. Full sun encourages prolific blooms, while some afternoon shade can extend the season during hotter months.

Watering: Light to moderate. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Nasturtiums prefer slightly dry conditions once established.

Soil: Well-drained, lean to moderately fertile soil. Avoid over-fertilizing, which leads to more leaves and fewer flowers.

Fertilizer: Minimal. Nasturtiums thrive in poor soils and don't need much feeding. Compost at planting time is often sufficient.

Growth Habit: Spreading or trailing annual. Some varieties grow as compact mounds, while others trail several feet—great for borders, baskets, or groundcover.

Temperature: USDA Zones 9–11 for fall and winter growth. Best in South Florida from late fall through early spring. Heat-sensitive—may fade in peak summer.

Maintenance: Low. Deadhead for extended blooms. Watch for aphids; beneficial insects and neem oil help manage infestations naturally.

Harvest & Seasonality:

Planting Time: Ideal planting window is October through February in South Florida.

Bloom Time: Blooms begin within 30–45 days of planting and continue through spring in cooler conditions.

How to Harvest: Pick flowers and young leaves as needed. Both are edible—use immediately or store briefly in the fridge.

Seasonal Notes: Treat as a cool-season annual in South Florida. May self-seed if allowed to go to seed at season’s end.

Medicinal & Nutritional Benefits:

Nasturtium leaves and flowers are rich in Vitamin C and contain natural antibiotic and antimicrobial compounds. Traditionally used to support respiratory and urinary health, they’re also high in sulfur compounds that may help with inflammation. The peppery flavor makes them a favorite garnish or ingredient in nutrient-dense salads.

Ideal For:

• Companion planting in vegetable gardens

• Edible landscaping and salad garnishes

• Hanging baskets or borders

• Pollinator attraction and pest control

• Naturalistic or cottage-style garden beds

Plant Classification:

Scientific Name: Tropaeolum majus
Common Name: Nasturtium
Plant Type: Edible flowering annual
Family: Tropaeolaceae
Class: Dicot – Broadleaf plant with branching veins and two seed leaves
Growth Form: Low-growing or trailing herbaceous annual
Evergreen/Deciduous: Neither—seasonal annual in South Florida
Perennial or Annual: Grown as an annual; may act as a short-lived perennial in protected microclimates

Container Sizes: 4-inch or 5-inch pots