Agricultural Information:

Plant Family: Tropaeolaceae
Scientific name: Tropaeolum

Nasturtium is an annual plant with round leaves and brightly colored trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of orange, red, and yellow native to South America. The plants can be trailing, climbing, or compact, depending on the variety.

The leaves, flowers and seeds of nasturtium are edible. Both the leaves and flowers have a mild peppery flavor and are typically used in salads or as garnish.

Nasturtiums are commonly planted to repel common garden pests like aphids and white flies.