Tropaeolum majus 'Vesuvius'
Also Known As
- Vesuvius Nasturtium
Plant type
annual / biennial
size
- H: 24"
- W: 24"
planting zones
- 1-12
Tropaeolum majus 'Vesuvius' plant details
Tropaeolum majus 'Vesuvius' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer pink and salmon flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Tropaeolum majus 'Vesuvius'
- Plant type: annual / biennial
- Plant family: tropaeolaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 0 - 24 IN - wide, 0 - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink and salmon blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, long-blooming, unique
GROWING CONDITIONS for Tropaeolum majus 'Vesuvius'
- USDA Zones: 1 - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Select Seeds
Gardening facts about Tropaeolum majus 'Vesuvius' plant
How to Grow Tropaeolum majus 'Vesuvius'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- salmon
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-10'
- sun - mostly shade
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 1'-10'
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- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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