How to Care for Tropaeolum majus (Nasturtium)
Korean name: 나스터튬(한련화)
The leaves are round and the flowers bloom in various bright colors such as orange, yellow, and red with wavy edges. It grows as a vine and is suitable for pots or garden beds. It is easy to grow and its flowers and leaves are edible.
Key facts
- Category: Herb
- Difficulty: Easy
- Where to keep: indoors or outdoors
- Native to: Central and South America
- Growth rate: Fast
- Pets: No known toxicity, so it is fine to keep around pets.
- Flower meaning: victory, justice, declaration of love
- Traits: beginner-friendly, colorful flowers, edible, vine, herb
- Also known as: Nasturtium, Indian Cress, Monk's Cress
Care Guide
- Light: Place in a spot with plenty of sunlight.
- Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil is dry.
- Soil: Use well-draining soil.
- Humidity: Thrives in normal humidity.
- Temperature: 15~25°C
- Fertilizer: Apply slow-release fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Common questions
How often should you water Tropaeolum majus?
Water thoroughly when the soil is dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.
Where should you keep Tropaeolum majus?
It likes Place in a spot with plenty of sunlight.. You can grow it indoors or outdoors. Use Use well-draining soil..
Is Tropaeolum majus safe around pets?
No known toxicity, so it is fine to keep around pets.
Is Tropaeolum majus good for beginners?
Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 15~25°C. Humidity: Thrives in normal humidity.. Fertilise Apply slow-release fertilizer once a month during the growing season..