Product description
Nasturtium 'Blue Pepe' is a popular annual, famously prized for its unique, blue-green foliage and the fact that all its parts are edible. The primary parts used for their culinary value are the leaves and the flowers, which both provide a distinct, peppery, watercress-like flavour. However, its edibility doesn't stop there; the immature green seed pods can also be harvested and pickled, where they are often used as a substitute for capers.
When it comes to planting and maintenance, this is an easy-to-grow, mounding or trailing annual that is very adaptable. It is not fussy about its light conditions and will thrive in locations with either full sun or partial shade. The main requirement for it to flower well is providing it with poor, well-drained soil; if the soil is too rich or fertile, you will get far more leaves than flowers. As an added benefit to the garden, its attractive flowers are known to be very popular with pollinators.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
Blue Pepe Nasturtium
Nasturtium 'Blue Pepe'
Nasturtium 'Blue Pepe'
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Product description
Nasturtium 'Blue Pepe' is a popular annual, famously prized for its unique, blue-green foliage and the fact that all its parts are edible. The primary parts used for their culinary value are the leaves and the flowers, which both provide a distinct, peppery, watercress-like flavour. However, its edibility doesn't stop there; the immature green seed pods can also be harvested and pickled, where they are often used as a substitute for capers.
When it comes to planting and maintenance, this is an easy-to-grow, mounding or trailing annual that is very adaptable. It is not fussy about its light conditions and will thrive in locations with either full sun or partial shade. The main requirement for it to flower well is providing it with poor, well-drained soil; if the soil is too rich or fertile, you will get far more leaves than flowers. As an added benefit to the garden, its attractive flowers are known to be very popular with pollinators.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Children love Nasturtium 'Blue Pepe' because you can gently pull the spur off the back of the flower to suck out a tiny drop of sweet nectar. For the spiciest kick, harvest the leaves when they are small and young, as older leaves become tougher and hotter.
How to Water
Water Nasturtium 'Blue Pepe' moderately when young to help it establish, but reduce watering once mature. Allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings encourages more flowers rather than just leafy growth.
How to Plant
Sow or plant Nasturtium 'Blue Pepe' in a sunny spot with poor, well-drained soil if you want abundant flowers, or richer soil if you prefer lush leafy growth. Avoid over-feeding as this reduces flowering.
