When to plant nasturtium in Canberra
- Sow in the ground: late Jan to mid FebCanberra area, temperate oceanic
- Sow in the ground: early Nov to mid NovCanberra area, temperate oceanic
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Canberra. Microclimates vary: frost hollows and hills run later.
A cheerful, edible trailing flower that works as a trap crop: aphids and cabbage white caterpillars often go for it first, sparing your veggies. Peppery leaves and flowers are lovely in salads. Easy from seed, even in poor soil.