Nasturtium 'Alaska Mix' is an annual dwarf variety known for its distinctive green and white variegated leaves and a vibrant mix of edible, peppery flowers in shades of gold, orange, red, and yellow. These annuals are easy to grow, bloom from late spring to fall, and are well-suited for containers, beds, or ground cover.

🌱 Growing conditions:

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade.
• Germination: 10-12 days, soaking seeds overnight aids germination. These seeds germinate readily and require minimal care.
• Soil:  Grows better in poor soil and is drought-tolerant once established. An abundance of nitrogen in the soil promotes excess foliage with limited blooms.
• Temperature: Cool climate, with night temperatures between 20-25°C.

✂️ Maintenance:

• Deadheading: Removing spent flowers to encourage the plant to produce more blooms.
• Pruning: Trimming back plants, especially those in containers, to maintain shape helps encourage new growth.
• Pest and disease control: Regularly inspect for pests like aphids, leafhoppers, and slugs, and remove affected parts or spray with an organic neem spray if necessary. Avoid overhead watering to prevent mildew.

Uses: Edible leaves and flowers (can be used in salads, as garnishes, or the unripe seed pods can be pickled), ideal for ground cover, containers, hanging baskets, and borders, also attracts pollinators and is pest deterrent.