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Tropaeolum Majus

3.8 out of 5 (13 experiences)

Fast grower

Blooms easily

Also known as

Garden Nasturtium, Garden Nasturtium, Nasturtium, Indian cress, Monks cress, Jeepers Creepers and Alaska Nasturtium

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Tropaeolum majus

Genus

Tropaeolum

Family

Tropaeolaceae

Order

Brassicales

How to care for Tropaeolum Majus

💦 Water

How often to water your Tropaeolum Majus

Tropaeolum Majus needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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Select the pot size

☀️ Light

Finding light for Garden Nasturtium in your home

Tropaeolum Majus love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Tropaeolum Majus does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Tropaeolum Majus in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Tropaeolum Majus

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Tropaeolum Majus: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Tropaeolum Majus after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Tropaeolum Majus is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Garden Nasturtium →

Common Garden Nasturtium Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Tropaeolum Majus prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Garden Nasturtium Water Frequency →

Garden Nasturtium Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Tropaeolum Majus requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Garden Nasturtium Light Requirements →

Garden Nasturtium Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Tropaeolum Majus is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

Garden Nasturtium Toxicity to Cats →

🪴 Soil

Tropaeolum Majus does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Garden Nasturtium →

When and How to Successfully Repot Garden Nasturtium →

💩 Fertilizer

Tropaeolum Majus is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Tropaeolum Majus is a naturally climbing plant and can be trained to climb indoors if you provide a moss pole or trellis. The newest growth will emerge from the end of the stems.

How and When to Prune Garden Nasturtium →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Tropaeolum Majus can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 2a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Garden Nasturtium Temperature Tolerance →

🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Tropaeolum Majus can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

Care Summary for Tropaeolum Majus

Tropaeolum Majus

Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Fast grower 8

Blooms easily 3

Browns easily 1

Large, lush leaves 1

Easy to propagate 1

@@Crim

1 Plants

145 XP

08/03/2021

I have never been able to keep a flower alive but this flower was my first. They are really beautiful flowers with unique and amazing petals. It’s very easy to over water or under water them and their pot cannot be too small or else they will not bloom. Other than that they are easy plants that are super fun to have around.

Fast grower

Blooms easily

Tropaeolum Majus plant photo by @Crim named Persephone on Greg, the plant care app.

@@Aro

1 Plants

78 XP

Choctaw, OK

07/31/2021

Watering this plant is the trickiest part! Greg helps with this though, but also the blooms die easily if they aren’t watered right so be careful!

Fast grower

Blooms easily

Tropaeolum Majus plant photo by @Aro named Crim on Greg, the plant care app.

@Logan

5 Plants

53 XP

Vancouver, WA

06/19/2021

Don’t try to grow it from a seed it’s a dick

Browns easily

Tropaeolum Majus plant photo by Logan named Darwin on Greg, the plant care app.

@@Cathryn_arch1

6 Plants

292 XP

Middletown, MD

05/19/2021

Sol is super easy to care for water around once a week , the plant will bloom sometimes not usually all the time though it really has a mind of its own

Fast grower

Large, lush leaves

Tropaeolum Majus plant photo by @Cathryn_arch1 named Sol on Greg, the plant care app.

@@hannahturtle

3 Plants

220 XP

05/16/2021

Easy to grow by seed! Has a germination period of 24 hours in water before planting.

Tropaeolum Majus plant photo by @hannahturtle named Nellie on Greg, the plant care app.

@Sadie

5 Plants

80 XP

Suffield, CT

05/15/2021

it takes forever to grow

Tropaeolum Majus plant photo by Sadie named Sanders on Greg, the plant care app.

@Marley

3 Plants

33 XP

Vernon, British Columbia

05/03/2021

if you purchase jumbo seeds, the plant will get super big, super fast. i had to use a paintbrush in the soil to make sure it stayed up, but now the plant itself is strong enough to stand up on its own. i dont water it too often (maybe once every two days), and i really love the appearance of this plant, although it hasnt sprouted any flowers yet.

Tropaeolum Majus plant photo by Marley named Chihiro on Greg, the plant care app.

@@PlantLife

43 Plants

11,683 XP

Miami, FL

03/30/2021

Beautiful, edible plant. It’s easy to collect the seeds and grow more. There are many varieties, and they are great as companion plants to lots of food crops. Put the leaves and flowers in a salad for some spice!

Fast grower

Blooms easily

Easy to propagate