When to plant nasturtium in Hampden
- Sow in the ground: early Mar to early AprHampden area, humid subtropical
- Sow in the ground: early Oct to early OctHampden area, humid subtropical
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Hampden. 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.