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Nasturtiums: Tropaeolum majus 'Wina'

Botanical name: Tropaeolum majus 'Wina'

Common name: Nasturtium, 'Wina'

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Nasturtium, 'Wina'
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Nasturtiums: Tropaeolum majus 'Wina'
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ladybug

Germantown, Tn

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Soil: dry, neutral, sand
Sun:
  
Zones: 3a thru 10b
Care:
easy
Lifespan:
annual
Category:   
Annuals_tropaeolum_majus_alaska-1Nasturtiums
Attributes:

butterfly attracting, edible
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description for "Nasturtiums: Tropaeolum majus 'Wina'"

Since their introduction from Peru, nasturtiums have ben cultivated for salads and ornament alike. The leaves have a hot, peppery taste, the glowing flowers a subtler flavor. T. majus nanum dates from the 19th century. This modern variety is from Holland, named after Wina Born, a famous Dutch chef and author. Its soft primrose yellow blooms splashed with vermillion are held above the neat, blue-green lily-pad-shaped leaves. It is an improvement over 'Peach Melba'.

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posted on May 02, 2009 by chief cultivator

Its a great plant that gives a nice tropical feel to your garden during the hot summer months. And, it's edible, making a great salad garnish!