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Tropaeolum speciosum

Also Known As

  • Flame Nasturtsium

Plant type

vine

size

  • H: 6'-15'
  • W: 6'-20'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Tropaeolum speciosum plant details

Tropaeolum speciosum is a broadleaf deciduous vine with. In fall red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tropaeolum speciosum

Plant type: vine
Plant family: tropaeolaceae
Mature size: 6 FT - 20 FT - wide, 6 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tropaeolum speciosum

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is the perennial red flowered Tropaeolum (Nasturtium) that everyone remembers from Heronswood. You all wore us down asking for it so we have relented and made some so here you go. We do listen and eventually respond. Vining with red flowers and blue seeds.
Vibrant red flowers on twining stems to 15'. Prefers a location with cooler soil and out of hot unrelenting sun. Can be slow to establish.

Gardening facts about Tropaeolum speciosum plant

How to Grow Tropaeolum speciosum

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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